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Policeman, civilian killed in Bannu firing incidents
Dawn ReportSeptember 15, 2026
BANNU/SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: A police constable was martyred in firing by militants within the jurisdiction of the Bannu Cantonment Police Station.
Also, a civilian was killed during an armed clash between Hathikhel Peace Committee members and suspected militants in the Domel Paing area of Bannu district.
Police said on Monday that Elite Force constable Ahmadullah was present at a shop in Peepal Bazaar of Daud Shah area when armed men attacked him, killing him immediately. The attackers fled afterward.
A heavy police contingent showed up, cordoned off the area and launched a search and patrol operation.
Meanwhile, an intense clash took place between Hathikhel Peace Committee members and suspected militants in the Domel Paing area.
Local sources said that a heavy exchange of fire took place as both sides used small and heavy weapons.
Khayal Wazir, a civilian, was killed in the firing, while a woman suffered injuries.
Sources said that the Hathikhel Peace Committee members sought assistance from police during the clash, so the police dispatched a contingent to the area. Security personnel also reached the area.
The situation remained tense in the area, with the police and security forces continuing efforts to restore the law and order.
Meanwhile, a key militant commander was killed in an alleged armed clash between rival militant factions in Karizi Pal area of Wana tehsil of the Lower South Waziristan tribal district on Sunday evening.
