On February 24, 2026, a tragic terrorist attack in Kohat district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, resulted in the deaths of six police personnel, including Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Asad Mahmood. The attack occurred when armed assailants ambushed a police vehicle transporting detainees on Shakardara Road. Reports indicate that the attackers opened fire before setting the vehicle ablaze, leading to the immediate death of DSP Mahmood and two other officers, while three others succumbed to their injuries later. The incident reflects a broader trend of escalating violence in the region, with the Annual Security Report 2025 noting a rise in fatalities from 1,620 in 2024 to 2,331 in 2025 (Dawn). KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi condemned the attack, stating, "The police are fighting on the front lines in the war against terrorism and rendering immense sacrifices," and emphasized the deteriorating law and order situation in the area (Nukta Pakistan).
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Kohat District Terrorist Ambush Kills Seven, Including Police Officers
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A terrorist attack in Kohat, KP, on Feb 24, 2026, killed six police officers, including DSP Asad Mahmood. Violence is rising due to militant resurgence, prompting government vows to combat terrorism.
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