By Tauqeer Zaidi
TANK: A rare and alarming attack unfolded at the SMA Police Station in Tank district when a quadcopter was used to target the premises, leaving two police personnel injured.
The officers, identified as Additional Moharrar Ehsanullah and Assistant Moharrar Muhammad Asif, received prompt on-site medical attention before being transferred to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital. Officials later confirmed that both were in stable condition.
Authorities described the incident as highly unusual, highlighting the emerging security challenges posed by the use of unmanned aerial devices in assaults on official installations. In response, police and other security forces swiftly cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to trace the assailants.
Details regarding the motives behind the attack and the identity of those responsible remain under investigation. Local officials emphasized the urgency of strengthening surveillance and defensive measures around sensitive installations, particularly in districts where law enforcement infrastructure may be vulnerable to unconventional attacks.
The incident has sparked concern among residents and police personnel alike, raising questions about preparedness and the evolving nature of threats in the region. Investigators continue to review evidence and examine the circumstances surrounding the attack to prevent similar incidents in the future.
