Two police officers have been martyred by unidentified militants while patrolling on a motorcycle in Tappi area of Kohat district, officials said Tuesday.
According to the details, the cops— Constable Qasim and Constable Ayaz— were on their way on motorcycle to perform Tarawih prayers duty at a nearby mosque when they were attacked by the assailants.
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The incident occurred Monday night.
The suspects opened fire on them at close range, apparently when they slowed at a turn, martyring them on the spot.
Before escaping the scene, the assailants also stole government-issued firearms from the police officers.
