Clashes Continue After Pakistan Police Facility Attack
A truck packed with explosives hit a mosque in Kohat, Pakistan. The attack also targeted a nearby police facility.
Gunmen then opened fire on the police facility. A gunfight broke out between attackers and police.
At least 16 people were killed in the explosion and gunfire. The BBC reported at least 17 deaths.
A four-year-old child was among those killed. Many more people were injured in the explosion.
Five police officers were among those killed. This was reported on September 18.
Clashes with remaining attackers were still ongoing. One attacker had been killed.
Rescue and site-clearing efforts were underway. Pakistan's president blamed the attack on Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan. This group is also known as the Pakistani Taliban.
Klear Note — Kohat means A city in Pakistan where the attack happened.
Key Terms 2
- Kohat A city in Pakistan where the attack happened.
- Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan A militant group also called the Pakistani Taliban.