Two Civilians Injured in Motorcycle Bomb Blast Following Attack on Police in Bannu
Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — October 22, 2026:
Two civilians were injured in a suspected remote-controlled improvised explosive device (IED) blast following an armed attack on a police patrol within the jurisdiction of Miryan Police Station in Bannu district.
According to police reports, unidentified armed men opened fire on a police patrol, prompting officers to return fire. A subsequent explosion involving an explosive device reportedly planted on a motorcycle injured two civilians.
The injured were transported to a hospital for medical treatment. Police personnel were reported to be unharmed.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. No group has been identified as responsible, and further details are awaited.
Independent verification is pending.
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