20 Oct 2021 | 05:42 AM UTC
Afghanistan: Two security officers injured due to explosion in Deh Mazang, Kabul, Oct. 20 /update 1
Explosion in the Deh Mazang area of Kabul, Afghanistan, the morning of Oct. 20, injures two security officers. Avoid area.
Event
Officials have confirmed injuries to two security officers following an explosion in the Deh Mazang area of Police District 3 (PD 3) in Kabul the morning of Oct. 20. The blast was reportedly caused by a hand grenade targeting a security vehicle. No group has immediately claimed responsibility for the attack.
Officials will probably maintain heightened security measures in the impacted area in the coming hours as investigations continue. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely.
Advice
Avoid the affected area until security officials give the all-clear. Plan for localized transport and business disruptions through the remainder of Oct. 20.
