One killed, four injured in mysterious blast near LOC in Jammu and Kashmir

A mysterious explosion near Asha Post close to the LoC killed one man and injured four others on Saturday. Police have begun investigating the cause as the injured receive treatment and further details are awaited.

In Short

• Deceased identified as Zabir Ahmad Bajad from Baramulla
• Four others injured and sent for treatment
• Investigation underway to find cause

One person was killed and four others were injured in a mysterious explosion near Asha Post at Sumli Wali Dhok, close to the Line of Control (LoC), under the jurisdiction of Gulmarg Police Station on Saturday, officials said.

According to initial reports, the deceased was identified as Zabir Ahmad Bajad, son of Mohammad Rafiq Bajad and a resident of Galibal in Chandoosa, Baramulla. He died on the spot in the blast.

The four injured persons were shifted for medical treatment. Authorities have launched an investigation to ascertain the cause of the explosion. Further details regarding the incident are awaited.

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