The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) killed six militants during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Shagai area, within the limits of Gambela Police Station in Lakki Marwat district, officials confirmed on Friday.
Operation Details:
According to authorities, the CTD’s Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team conducted the raid. Upon spotting the security personnel, the militants opened fire, triggering a heavy exchange of gunfire that lasted approximately 40 minutes. After the firing ceased, a search operation was conducted, and the bodies of six militants were recovered from the site.
Recovered Weapons:
Security forces seized a significant cache of arms and equipment, including:
- Four Kalashnikov rifles with 10 magazines and 43 rounds.
- Two 9mm pistols with four magazines and seven rounds.
- Eight hand grenades.
- Four bandoliers.
- One improvised explosive device (IED).
Identification and Further Action:
Officials stated that efforts are underway to identify the deceased militants. Once the identification process is complete, further action will be taken against their facilitators and accomplices.
Official Praise:
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police Inspector General Zulfiqar Hameed and the Additional IG of the CTD congratulated the CTD SWAT teams for their successful operation, lauding their professionalism, courage, and timely action. The provincial police chief reiterated that security personnel are invaluable assets in the fight against terrorism, emphasizing that the sacrifices of martyrs will not be in vain and that the KP Police remain committed to eliminating terrorism.
