Afghanistan: Explosion kills one person and injures two others in Police District 8 area of Kabul Dec. 14

Event

An explosion occurred in the Tank-e-Logar area of Kabul’s Police District (PD) 8 Dec. 14. The blast was reportedly caused by a roadside bomb. One person was killed and two others wounded, though officials may provide updates on casualties in the coming hours. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the blast.

Heightened security measures, such as deploying additional personnel, are likely in the impact area over the coming hours. Investigations will likely cause localized ground travel delays.

Advice

Avoid the blast site until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized ground travel disruptions. Remain cooperative if stopped by officials for checks. Heed instructions from the local authorities.