Policeman martyred, three others injured in Swat explosion
Pakistan
The incident occurred near Jehanabad on Malam Jabba Road
SWAT (Dunya News) – A policeman was martyred, and three others were injured on Sunday when their vehicle, part of a convoy escorting foreign diplomats, was hit by an explosion on Malam Jabba Road in Swat.
According to police sources, this terrorist act occurred near Jehanabad on Malam Jabba Road, where a bomb was detonated remotely as the police mobile passed by, severely injuring three policemen.
Upon receiving the report of the incident, a large contingent of police arrived at the scene and cordoned off the area, initiating a search operation.
The police further stated that evidence had been collected from the scene and were investigating the incident from all angles.
Foreign Office statement
The Foreign Office states that today a group of diplomats traveling to Islamabad, after their trip to Malam Jabba and Swat, witnessed an incident.
An advance scout police vehicle was hit by an IED, resulting in a causality of policemen. Fortunately, the diplomats returned safely to Islamabad.
The Foreign Office further said our sympathies are with the families of the Shaheed policeman and three injured in the incident.
The Foreign Office said we honour our law enforcement authorities that remain steadfast in the face of terrorists. Such acts will not deter Pakistan from its commitment towards the fight against terrorism, the FO added.
