Three killed in blast near police mobile in Quetta

A powerful explosion near a police mobile on Double Road in Quetta claimed the lives of three people and left 21 others injured on Thursday.

According to police sources, the blast damaged a vehicle and a motorcycle in the vicinity.

The bodies of the deceased have been shifted to Civil Hospital, while the injured were taken to the Trauma Center for medical treatment.

Trauma Center officials confirmed that 17 injured individuals, including two children, were brought in for medical assistance.

Police Surgeon Dr. Ayesha Faiz verified that three people had died, while 21 others sustained injuries, with three victims reported to be in critical condition.

Residents of the area reported that the explosion was loud enough to be heard from distant locations.

Meanwhile, law enforcement agencies have launched an investigation into the incident.