Robbers Ambush Police Convoy in Southern Pakistan, Killing Eleven Officers

In a tragic incident on August 22, robbers armed with guns and rocket-propelled grenades ambushed a police convoy in the Rahim Yar Khan district of southern Pakistan, resulting in the deaths of at least eleven police officers and injuring nine others, Reuters reported yesterday.

The attack targeted two police patrols near the provincial border, highlighting the dangerous conditions in the region, often deemed a no-go area for civilians. Local law enforcement struggles to maintain control, with gangs frequently using the area as a safe haven.

Pakistan’s interior ministry and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the assault, urging police leadership to take immediate action to apprehend the attackers. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in combating violent crime in the region, raising concerns about safety and security for both officers and local residents. Authorities are intensifying their efforts to restore order and prevent future attacks.