25 Sep 2024 | 07:10 AM UTC
Pakistan: At least nine people injured in explosion in Quetta, Balochistan Province, Sept. 25
Explosion in Bhoosa Mandi area, Quetta, Balochistan Province, Pakistan, Sept. 25, injures at least nine people. Tight security likely.
An explosion targeting a police vehicle occurred along Eastern Bypass Road in Quetta's Bhoosa Mandi area, Balochistan Province, the afternoon of Sept. 25. The incident caused at least nine civilians and two police officers to be injured. No group has claimed responsibility. Officials may provide updates over the coming hours.
Authorities have cordoned off the impacted area and will likely maintain a heightened security posture as a precaution. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are probable.
Avoid the impact area until authorities issue the all-clear. Plan accordingly for localized transport disruptions; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
