A Customs officer was killed in a violent attack by armed militants along the CPEC route, police confirmed. The assailants also targeted Yarik Police Station.
Customs official Israr Khan and Police constable Muhammad Bilal were martyred in the attack. Two other security personnel, Hazrat Umar and Khayal Muhammad, were injured and shifted to DHQ Hospital Trauma Center for treatment.
During the assault, militants set a customs vehicle on fire and opened fire on passenger buses, causing panic in the area. Police responded to the attack, but the gunmen managed to escape.
A heavy police contingent reached the scene, cordoned off the area, and launched a search operation. Authorities said further investigations are ongoing to apprehend the attackers.
The Customs officer’s death highlights the risks faced by security personnel protecting key routes like CPEC. Officials have expressed condolences to the families of the martyrs.
In a separate incident, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) killed eight armed militants in Quetta’s Darakhshan area. The militants belonged to a banned outfit. Three CTD personnel were injured during the exchange of fire, and weapons and ammunition were recovered.
Authorities stressed that both incidents underline the continuing threat of terrorism in the region. Security forces are carrying out intensified operations to maintain safety along strategic routes and in urban areas.
The Customs officer killed in the attack was part of a team tasked with securing trade and transport corridors. Officials noted that such attacks not only endanger lives but also disrupt economic activity along vital routes.
Investigations are ongoing to identify the militant group responsible and prevent further attacks. Police and intelligence agencies have intensified surveillance in the affected areas.
Authorities urged citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities. The sacrifice of the Customs officer and police personnel has been recognized nationwide as a commitment to public safety and national security.
The attack has raised calls for enhanced protection for Customs officers along trade and transport corridors, emphasizing the importance of coordinated security measures.
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