KOHAT (Kashmir English): At least 10 police personnel were martyred after armed men attacked a police team in the Gambat area of Kohat during an operation against illegal mining on Wednesday.
According to the Kohat police spokesperson, the police team was reportedly on its way to take action against illegal gold mining in the Indus River when it came under attack in the Darbokach area.
As per the initial information, armed attackers opened fire on police personnel from nearby ridges, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 officers, while several others were reportedly injured.
The martyred personnel also include a deputy superintendent of police (DSP) Gambat Haider Zaman and a sub-inspector Mukhtiar. Several police mobile vehicles were also set on fire during the attack.
A heavy exchange of fire was reported in the area following the attack. Additional police personnel were dispatched to the scene, while security was placed on high alert.
