A police mobile was targeted in an explosion while on patrol in the Shadi Khel Bettani area of Lakki Marwat. Six police personnel were martyred and one was injured in the incident.

The injured officer was immediately shifted to the hospital. The blast occurred on the main road between Shadi Khel and Masti Khel Bettani.

Police and security forces have cordoned off the area and launched search operations. 

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According to officials, investigations are underway to determine the nature of the blast and identify those responsible, while security in the area has been tightened.

The martyrs include SHO Sadr Azam, Constable Shah Bahram (driver), Constable Shah Khalid, Constable Haji Muhammad, Constable Gulzada, and Constable Sakhi Zada. The injured officer has been identified as Constable Insafuddin.