Afghanistan: One person wounded in explosion that occurred in Police District 5 in Kabul Oct. 19

Event

An explosion occurred in Kabul’s Police District (PD) 5 area Oct. 19. Local media reports indicate the blast was caused by a roadside bomb and occurred in the Niazbek area. One person was wounded in the explosion. No group has claimed responsibility for the blast.

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.