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Explosion rocks Punjab police station in early morning blast
An explosion occurred near the entrance of a police station in Punjab's Jalalabad area early Tuesday morning, causing damage to vehicles in the station's custody. No immediate reports of casualties have been confirmed.
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The blast took place at approximately 2 am outside the main gate of Jalalabad police station, authorities said. The explosion damaged the windshields of two vehicles that were parked inside the police compound as part of evidence custody procedures.
Police teams rushed to the scene following the incident and cordoned off the area for investigation. Initial assessments indicated the blast caused structural damage to the immediate vicinity of the station's entrance.
Investigating officers have begun collecting evidence and examining the site to determine the nature and cause of the explosion. The incident marks the latest in a series of security concerns at police establishments across Punjab in recent months.
Authorities have intensified security measures at police stations in the region following the blast. A detailed investigation is underway to establish whether the explosion was accidental or deliberate in nature.