Deadly car explosion rocks Islamabad High Court; 5 Killed, 25 injured

Five people were killed and 25 injured in an explosion near the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday. The explosion occurred when a cylinder exploded in a parked car. Security forces and forensic teams immediately arrived at the scene. All court activities have been suspended.

Islamabad: A massive explosion rocked Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, on Tuesday afternoon. The blast occurred around 12:30 pm outside the Islamabad High Court. According to initial reports, five people were killed and 20 to 25 others were seriously injured. The explosion occurred when a cylinder exploded in a car parked in the court complex's parking area.

Cause of the Explosion and Preliminary Information

According to local police, the explosion occurred when there was heavy traffic and crowds in the court area. The sound of the blast was heard far and wide and created panic in the surrounding area. Initial reports indicated that the explosion was caused by a cylinder explosion. Police have determined it to be a cylinder blast, but a thorough investigation is ongoing.

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Treatment of the Injured and Relief Operations

Several lawyers and civilians were injured in the blast. They were immediately admitted to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving treatment. The hospital has deployed special teams to monitor the condition of the seriously injured. Police and emergency services are continuously engaged in relief operations.

Security and Investigation

Following the incident, security has been increased in the court complex and surrounding areas. All court activities have been suspended for the time being. Police have appealed to the public to exercise caution and cooperate with the investigation. Forensic teams and security forces have been immediately deployed to the scene. Preliminary investigations are investigating the cause of the blast and possible negligence or other factors.

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Social and Administrative Response

The local administration said a high-level team has been formed to investigate the incident. Security and surveillance have been increased in the area around the Islamabad High Court. Citizens have been urged to ignore rumors and follow police and administrative instructions.