Pakistan: Casualties reported following explosion in Islamabad Dec. 23

Event

At least one police officer died and three others were reportedly injured due to a vehicle explosion in Islamabad's I-10 area, Dec. 23. Officials have not confirmed the cause of the blast, though initial accounts indicate the incident was a suicide bombing.

Heightened security is likely in the impact area in the coming hours. Investigations could result in localized ground travel delays.

Advice

Avoid the impact location. Heed the instructions of local security force personnel. Plan for possible localized ground travel disruptions.