PARACHINAR: A landmine explosion occurred in Pewar area of Upper Kurram, in which four people were killed and four more were injured, said local police officials.
The injured told the media that they were going towards the mountain to bring firewood and fell victim to landmines placed on the roads. Elders of Parachinar said that this incident is very sad, and the responsible persons should be caught and punished.
The police said that investigation is underway regarding the incident.
A bomb disposal team, along with Superintendent of Police and other relevant officials have reached the scene, District Police Officer (DPO) Habibullah said.
The District Administration said that this incident is a conspiracy to sabotage peace efforts ongoing in Kurram and Parachinar.
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