Shakai suicide blast kills one, hurts 8

WANA: A man was killed and eight other people were injured as a result of a suicide blast in South Waziristan Agency area of Shakai, Geo News reported Sunday.

According to local sources, the blast was attempted to target chief of Local Peace Committee Tehsil Khan Wazir; however, guards opened fire at the bomber on receiving timely tip-off.

The blast killed the suicide bomber and a guard; also, 8 other guards were injured, who were shifted to Wana hospital.

The local people soon after the blast, started the relief activities.