It was earlier reported that two officials were killed in the attack.
Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan’s spokesman Ehsanullah Ehsan claimed responsibility for the assault in a telephone call to AFP.
One of the militants was arrested in the operation launched by security forces and police. Two militants, who refused to give in to the police, blew themselves up before they could be arrested.
The remaining militants continued the retaliation, while eight police officials who were held hostage by the militants were rescued by the police.
According to eye witness account, six militants had hurled hand grenades inside the building, resulting in two consecutive blasts.
The militants had then barged into the police station and had opened fire, killing the policemen.
The area was sealed by security forces and policemen who launched an operation in order to regain the hold of the police station. Elite Force personnel had also encircled the police station.
A heavy crossfire is underway between security personnel and the militants.
District Police Officer (DPO) Waqar Ahmed and Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Nisar Ahmad Tanoli are also present at the site.
“About five to seven militants have stormed an old police station building which is now being used by officials from special branch,” Ahmed said.
“An exchange of fire is continuing,” he added.
A curfew has been imposed in the city and the Army has sealed the exit points.
The injured were moved to District Headquarter Hospital.
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@US Centcom: Your comments are irrelevant. Muslims NEVER kill muslims. This is the work of RAW.
Those who choose to side with conspiracy theories should realize that we continue to find the same terrorists at the helm of these attacks. To make matters worse, they have the audacity to boast and accept responsibility for these crimes. Unfortunately, many of us fail to acknowledge the obvious, and offer these terrorists a pass by continuing to look the other way. These terrorists are fully focused on destabilizing the region, and it’s easy to see that they are willing to cross all lines in the process. They fancy their chances by sending the nation into frenzy. But they keep forgetting that they are dealing with nations that simply refuse to bow down to terrorism. Their attempt to disguise themselves in burqas once again displays their cowardly ways. We strongly condemn this act of terror against the Pakistani police. We fully encourage Pakistani forces to go after those who are responsible for orchestrating these attacks. We are confident of succeeding against these terrorists through cooperation. We must work together and eliminate the threat that’s preventing us from bringing peace and stability to the region.
@Marxism4Pakistan.: They are worst because they are trained and equipped by Nato and US.
good job by police. 2 terrorist killed and 2 arrested.
Millitants attack in Burqas (face veil). Time for a Burqa ban in Pakistan.
@momi, still a stupid comment nonetheless
@Gul Khan: I think he was being sarcastic and mocking only...LOL..
where is the Nasr missile 60 km devastating missile from Pakistan army..Ideal situation to use.