23 Jun 2023 | 07:51 AM UTC
Pakistan: Security response underway in Quetta, Balochistan Province, June 23, after shooting along Airport Road injures one police officer
Security operation ongoing in Quetta, Pakistan, June 23, after shooting incident injures one police officer. Disruptions possible.
Event
A search operation is underway in Quetta, Balochistan Province, as of the afternoon of June 23, after unidentified assailants opened fire at local police along Airport Road. One police officer is injured; the suspects are at large. Officials have not clarified the details or motive of the attack. Ground and flight operations at the Quetta International Airport (UET) remain unaffected.
Increased security and limited localized traffic disruptions are likely at the incident site, as well as in areas affected by search operations. Localized transport disruptions due to police movement and checkpoints are possible, potentially delaying travel to and from UET. Although unlikely, minor processing delays and flight disruptions may also occur at UET if authorities confirm a threat to the community.
Advice
Exercise caution if operating in the affected areas. Allow additional travel time to UET. Confirm flight schedules at, and transport reservations to UET. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.
