PESHAWAR: A policeman was martyred and another injured in attack on the riders squad in the limits of the Paharipura police station here late Thursday night.
An official told The News unidentified attackers opened fire on Peshawar Police rider squad in Paharipura at around 10:30 pm. One policeman Iftikhar was martyred in the attack while Firdous sustained injuries.
The wounded was taken to Lady Reading Hospital. A search operation was launched in the area to arrest the attackers.
Reports indicate that they tried to breach one of gates, harassed staff, and even scaled walls of premises
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A fierce exchange of fire ensued, but culprits managed to escape under cover of darkness
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