Unknown terrorists opened fire on a police team heading for polio duty near Chapri Waziran in Hangu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, injuring three police personnel.

According to police, security forces immediately responded to the attack and an exchange of fire with the terrorists began, which was ongoing at the time of the last reports.

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Officials stated that security in the area has been put on high alert, and additional forces have been deployed to bring the situation under control.

Meanwhile, the injured personnel were shifted to a nearby hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment.

Police further said that a search operation has been launched in the area, and efforts are underway to arrest the attackers.