Bannu Children’s ‘Toy’ Turns Out to be Deadly WWII Shell
A World War II era shell, mistaken for a toy by children in Sorband village near Bannu, has sparked a security scare. Local police confirmed the discovery.
According to Bannu region police spokesperson Aamir Khan, as reported by Dawn, the children found the unexploded ordnance in a nearby field.
They brought it back to their village believing it to be a plaything, unaware of the potential danger.
The incident highlights the persistent threat posed by unexploded ordnance (UXO) left behind from past conflicts, particularly in regions with a history of warfare.
Swift action by authorities prevented a potential tragedy. The shell was safely defused, but the incident underscores the urgent need for public awareness campaigns regarding UXO identification and safe handling practices in conflict-affected areas across the nation. The risk remains, demanding immediate attention from both local administrations and the central government.
