IED Blast Kills Three Policemen in Northwest Pakistan
A powerful roadside bomb exploded under a police vehicle in Dera Ismail Khan district of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on December 3, 2025, killing three policemen. Authorities said the attack was carried out by unidentified militants, though no group has yet claimed responsibility.
What Happened
The bomb — described as an improvised explosive device (IED) — detonated while a mobile police van was on duty. The three victims identified are Assistant Sub-Inspector Gul Alam, Constable Rafiq, and driver Sakhi Jan. Police and district officials who reached the blast site condemned the “cowardly attack” and launched an investigation into the incident.
Local Security Response
District police and security agencies cordoned off the area and began a search operation. Officers said they are examining whether the attackers planted the device in advance or triggered it remotely. Extra security has also been deployed in neighbouring zones to prevent further attacks, especially as similar incidents have surged recently in the region.
Broader Implications
The blast adds to a wave of militant violence in northwestern Pakistan, where security forces have frequently been targeted with bombings and ambushes. Such attacks highlight the ongoing challenges of combating terrorism and militant insurgencies in provinces bordering Afghanistan. Residents and officials alike have called for strengthened counterterror operations and better protection for law enforcement personnel on duty.
