Multiple blasts in Balochistan

 

Twin blasts in Balochistan left at least five people dead and injured 10 others, officials said Sunday, as the country battles a fresh wave of terrorism.

In a statement, Balochistan Levies said an improvised explosive device (IED) in Kohlu district left five people dead and inflicted injuries on six, five of whom are in critical condition.

Earlier today, a grenade exploded across the Shaheed Ameer Dasti police station at Sabzal Road in Quetta leaving four people injured, police said.

One woman and one little girl were also among the injured, all of whom were shifted to the Bolan Medical Complex Hospital in the city after the bomb detonated.

According to the law enforcers, the bomb disposal squad was called to the site of the blast after reports of another grenade at the site.

The Quetta police added that two hand grenades were thrown on the road of which one exploded while the other was defused. The police said they are determining the nature of the blast.

Balochistan Chief Minister Abdul Qudoos Bizenjo has condemned the Sabzal Road grenade attack and expressed concerns for the injured.

He has instructed relevant authorities to provide the best treatment to the injured.

He also directed the director general of police to ensure effective security arrangements in the city.