Dera Ghazi Khan: The DG Khan police on Friday successfully thwarted terrorists attacked on police check post in Tunsa Sharif.
Regional Police Officer(RPO) DG Khan Sajjad Hassan Khan said 10 to 12 terrorists attacked a police check post with rocket launchers and modern weapons, after which the police responded to the terrorists.
RPO Sajjad Hassan Khan said the check post in Tunsa is located on the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border area of Punjab, and this was the fifth attack this month which was foiled.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauded the police for their heroic actions, stating, “The police bravely confronted the Khariji terrorists and repelled the attack. Punjab Police responded to the terrorists in an extremely professional manner, successfully thwarting their malicious intentions.”
Naqvi also acknowledged the past valor of the region’s police force. “The brave sons of Dera Ghazi Khan police have previously repelled attacks by Khariji terrorists with great courage. Once again, they have proven their mettle,” he remarked.
In his statement, Naqvi extended his congratulations to the entire police team, saying, “I congratulate the entire police team for crushing the evil intentions of the Fitna al-Khawarij terrorists. Their professionalism and bravery are a source of pride for the nation.”
The security situation in southern Punjab has remained tense due to sporadic incidents of terrorist activity. However, Punjab Police have been at the forefront of counterterrorism efforts, consistently demonstrating their ability to protect local communities and maintain peace in the region.
As investigations continue, security has been tightened across the district, with increased patrols and surveillance to prevent any further threats.
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This latest incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in the fight against terrorism while showcasing the bravery and resilience of Punjab Police.
