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Bannu Bombing: Family of Four Among 5 Civilians Killed
3 Apr
Summary
- A suicide car bomb attack occurred at Domel Police Station in Bannu.
- Five civilians, including a family of four, were killed in the blast.
- Rescue operations were hampered by continuous rainfall and debris.
A suicide car bomb attack at the Domel Police Station in Bannu has resulted in the deaths of at least five civilians and injured 13 others. The tragic incident occurred when a vehicle packed with explosives crashed into the rear of the police station, triggering a powerful explosion and subsequent gunfire. Among the fatalities was an entire family of four: a husband, wife, daughter, and son. The immense force of the blast was felt miles away, causing the sentry post to be destroyed and a significant portion of the police station to collapse. Nearby homes also sustained severe damage, trapping residents under debris. Rescue teams responded swiftly, but continuous rainfall presented challenges to their relief operations. Security forces have secured the area and initiated a clearance operation amidst ongoing concerns about militant violence in the Bannu district.
