Pakistan: Heightened security likely following attack on police station in Dera Ismail Khan Feb. 5

Authorities are likely to maintain increased security after an attack that occurred at a police station in Dera Ismail Khan on Feb. 5. Reports state there are at least ten police personnel killed and six others injured. Local sources indicate unknown assailants attacked the police station with gunfire and hand grenades. Officials managed to repel the attack and have begun investigating the area. As yet, no group has claimed responsibility for the incident. Officials are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.

Authorities have cordoned off the impacted area and will likely maintain a heightened security posture over the coming days. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely. Additional attacks cannot be ruled out.