One dies in mysterious explosion at workshop

The blast, which occurred in Peshawar, caused significant damage to the workshop and neighbouring structures

PESHAWAR:

Tragedy struck a motorcycle workshop on the Ring Road in Peshawar on Thursday when a explosion took place, resulting in the death of a young individual. According to the police spokesperson, the incident occurred during repair work, leaving the community in shock.

Eyewitnesses reported that a man had brought his motorcycle to the workshop for repairs when the unforeseen explosion transpired, engulfing the premises in chaos and panic. The local authorities were immediately alerted, and the police were summoned to investigate the matter.

The blast, which occurred in the heart of Peshawar, caused significant damage to the workshop and neighbouring structures. The intensity of the explosion shattered windows, and plumes of smoke billowed into the air, drawing the attention of passersby and nearby residents.

Emergency services, including the Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU), swiftly responded to the incident. Teams of paramedics were also dispatched to the scene to provide medical assistance. However, tragically, the explosion claimed the life of a young person who was present in the workshop at the time of the incident. The identity of the victim has not yet been disclosed pending notification of their family.

Published in The Express Tribune, May 19^th, 2023.