Bannu — A dramatic incident has been reported in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where unidentified armed individuals have abducted a former Station House Officer (SHO) along with his vehicle. The incident took place in the Peepal Bazar Dawood Shah area, raising concerns over security in the region.
Police sources have confirmed the event, identifying the abducted officer as SHO Abid. According to police statements, Abid had been dismissed from service—and currently remains suspended—due to allegations of negligence in the line of duty at an earlier date.
The abduction occurs amid ongoing security challenges in the region. Law enforcement and security agencies are currently investigating the incident to determine the motives behind the kidnapping and to identify the perpetrators responsible for the crime.
Police officials have stated that efforts are underway to secure the officer’s swift and safe recovery and to bring the assailants to justice. This event has highlighted renewed concerns regarding the security environment in Bannu and its surrounding areas.
