Policeman martyred, one terrorist killed during raid in Chilas
The operation was carried out against the terrorists who torched girls' schools in the district.
CHILAS (Dunya News) – At least one terrorist was killed while a policeman embraced martyrdom today (Sunday) during an operation against militants who torched girls’ schools in Chilas.
Security personnel said that terrorists opened fire on the officers retaliating to which, one suspect identified as Shafiq was killed.
Spokesman of Gilgit-Baltistan government Faizullah said that suicide vests and weapons have been recovered from the hideouts in parts of the province.
He also assured to unveil the terrorist behind attack on schools.
On Thursday night, unidentified assailants burned down at least 12 girls’ schools in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Chilasand Diamer district and fled, causing panic among residents.
The police launched a raid and arrested 16 suspects, registering six cases against unknown men in the incident.
Afterwards, Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Mian Saqib Nisar took suo motu notice of the mishap and summoned report from GB government and interior secretary.
On the other hand, interim Prime Minister Justice (retired) Nasirul Mulk also strongly condemned the incident and directed to bring the perpetrators to justice. The premier also sought report of the incident from authorities concerned.
