A deadly bomb blast struck Nawagai area of Bajaur district on Wednesday, killing at least four people and injuring 11 others, according to local officials.
The explosion occurred on Nawagai road near Sadiqabad Phatak in Khar Tehsil, and reportedly targeted a government vehicle.
Among those killed were Assistant Commissioner Nawagai, Tehsildar Nawagai, identified as Waqil, a police subedar, and a police constable, police sources said.
The wounded were shifted to Khar Hospital, where emergency treatment is underway. Rescue operations are ongoing at the blast site.
Officials have yet to release details on the type of explosive used. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far.
This is a developing story…