WANNA: At least 16 people were killed while scores others injured in suspected US drone strikes in Angora Adda locality in South Waziristan district on early Saturday, Geo news reported.According to sources, US drone fired five missiles on a compound, reportedly a hideout of the defunct Tehreek-e-Taliban outfit, resulting in killing of as many as 16 persons and injuring scores others.
The identification and association with banned TTP outfit of those killed in missile attacks could not be determined due to unavailability of officials, sources said.
Local people have kick started rescue activities following the barbaric drone attacks and are engaged to clear off rubble for hurrying wounded men to hospital.
16 people are confirmed dead whose bodies are being shifted to hospital for autopsy, witnesses said.
The death toll has been feared to rise as some, among injured persons, are reportedly in critical condition, rescue workers said.
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