The Afghan National Police (ANP) forces have suffered casualties in an attack by Taliban insurgents in southern Kandahar province.
According to the local officials, the attack was carried by a group of Taliban insurgents late on Wednesday night in Maiwand district.
Provincial governor’s spokesman Samim Khpolwak confirmed the incident and said at least two policemen lost their lives in the attack and three others were wounded.
However, another official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said six policemen lost their lives and two others were wounded.
The attack was carried out in Shalghami area of the district.