In a shocking turn of events, a hand grenade explosion during a wedding ceremony in the Ghoz Garhi Maqbal area of Kurram district has left 19 people injured, including several children.
The incident occurred late last night at a residence in the border region, where festivities were underway to celebrate the marriage. According to local police reports, the grenade detonated suddenly amidst the gathering, causing widespread panic and chaos. The blast resulted in injuries to 19 attendees, with initial reports indicating varying degrees of severity among the victims.
Emergency response teams, including paramedics and law enforcement personnel, swiftly arrived at the scene. They evacuated the injured to Tehsil Headquarters Hospital in Sadda for urgent medical attention. Doctors at the hospital have reported that most of the wounded individuals are currently in stable condition, though they continue to be closely monitored.
Authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the incident to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the presence of the hand grenade at the wedding and the reasons behind its detonation. Police are examining possible motives and any security lapses that may have contributed to the tragic incident.
The community and local officials have expressed deep concern and sympathy for the victims and their families, as what should have been a joyous occasion turned into a scene of tragedy. Security measures at public gatherings in the region are being reassessed to prevent such incidents in the future and ensure the safety of residents.
As the investigation progresses, authorities are expected to provide further updates on the incident, including the condition of the injured and any developments in the search for answers regarding this alarming incident at a wedding celebration.
