Bannu: As many as five heavily armed militants attacked Old City Police Station Monday morning, making three security personnel hostage and killing one, police sources told.
According to the sources, the unidentified armed miscreants carried out a surprise attack at the police station with hand grenades and severe gun fire, killing one unidentified man in the heavy exchange of fire.
Meanwhile, police have cordoned off the area, sealing the entrance and exit routes of the city. Army has also been sought in order to bring the situation under control. The special squads of security forces are already on their way to the station.
It is to mention here that the area is of prime significance as the investigating officers and their offices are located in the same area. The curfew has been imposed in the city.
The clash is underway, the markets and shops situated in the vicinity have been closed citing worsened situation in the area. Security forces are all set to march in.