WANA (Jan 01) – Following developments on Wednesday evening in Lorestan Province in western Iran, reports have emerged of an attack on a police facility and ensuing clashes. According to official sources, the incident resulted in several fatalities and injuries.

 

Incident in Azna

Domestic media reported that at around 6:00 p.m., as a protest gathering was taking place in the city of Azna, a group exploited the situation and attacked the local police headquarters.

 

During the clashes, several people were killed and others injured. Figures released by different sources indicate that three people were killed and between at least seven and seventeen others were wounded.

 

 

Damage to Police Equipment and Seizure of Weapons

Reports indicate that during the attack, assailants threw stones at police forces and damaged and set fire to several police vehicles. Police also announced that a number of firearms were seized from individuals involved in the attack.

 

Simultaneous Events in Khorramabad

At the same time, the cultural and social deputy of the Lorestan provincial police command reported a gathering on Motahhari Street in the city of Khorramabad.

 

According to him, some participants chanted slogans beyond the scope of civil protest and clashed with security forces. He stated that due to the timely action of officers, one of the main individuals involved, who was carrying a handgun, was arrested.

Officials’ Stance and Call for Vigilance

Law enforcement officials emphasized the distinction between lawful civil protests and violent actions, stating that attacks on police facilities, destruction of public property, and armed confrontations do not fall within the framework of legal protest. They urged citizens to remain vigilant and prevent protest gatherings from being drawn into violence.

 

Latest Situation

Based on the information released, following the intervention of security forces, the situation in the affected areas has been brought under control, and investigations into the full dimensions of the incidents are ongoing.