Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday strongly condemned a deadly attack on police personnel in Swabi, which claimed the lives of two officers.
Two policemen lost their lives in a late-night shooting in Swabi on Friday, after unidentified gunmen opened fire on them, police confirmed.
The attack occurred within the limits of the IDS Police Station. Constable Jamal Din and driver Zahid were killed on the spot.
The assailants escaped the scene before authorities arrived. The bodies were later moved to a nearby hospital.
In a press release from the PM Office Media Wing, Shehbaz offered prayers for the martyred officers and conveyed heartfelt condolences to their families.
He ordered a thorough investigation into the attack and instructed authorities to bring the culprits to justice with “exemplary punishment.”
“We will continue our fight against terrorism until this menace is completely eradicated from the country,” he stated.
The prime minister also praised the police force for its persistent efforts to protect the homeland.
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“We are proud of our police officers who are foiling the nefarious designs of terrorists against our beloved country,” he said.
Separately, Interior Minister Naqvi also paid tribute to the fallen officers Jamaluddin and Zahid who lost their lives in the line of duty.
“We stand shoulder to shoulder with the grieving families,” the minister said, expressing deep sympathy and condolences.
Naqvi noted that the officers had achieved “the highest rank of sacrifice” and said their bravery and service would be remembered forever.
He lauded the role of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Police, calling them “brave sons” who had made countless sacrifices in the fight against terrorism.
Funeral prayers for the slain officers were held at Police Line Shah Mansoor, attended by senior police officials and local authorities.
