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Death toll in Kohat police compound attack rises to 31, report says

The death toll from Friday's attack on a police compound in Kohat has risen to 31, Reuters reported citing AFP; earlier reports gave a lower toll.

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The death toll from Friday's attack on a police compound in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has risen to 31. Reuters reported the updated figure on Saturday, citing AFP.

Earlier reports said at least 16 people had been killed and dozens wounded. Reuters reported that the attack involved an explosives-laden vehicle at the compound, followed by a gun battle between armed attackers and security personnel.

Police officers and members of their families were gathered for prayers at a mosque inside the compound when the attack occurred. The latest toll is higher than the initial figures. Margalla News will update the report as further verified information becomes available.

Article: https://margallanews.com/story/news-kohat-police-compound-death-toll-31-2026-09-19

Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/death-toll-31-pakistan-police-compound-attack-afp-reports-2026-09-19/

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