Suicide Blast Outside Islamabad Court Claims 12 Lives, Injures 21

A powerful explosion outside the Judicial Complex in Islamabad’s G‑11 sector on Tuesday claimed the lives of at least 12 people and injured several others, authorities said. Emergency teams rushed the wounded to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital for treatment.

The blast occurred near the main gate of the G‑11 Judicial Complex, a busy area frequented by court staff, lawyers, and visitors. While the exact cause of the explosion is still under investigation, some reports suggest it may have been a vehicle bomb, while others point to a gas cylinder or accidental explosion.

Police and security personnel quickly cordoned off the area and began forensic investigations. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the sector and follow safety instructions.

Casualty figures vary across media outlets, with some reporting 6 deaths and others confirming 12. Several people remain in critical condition at local hospitals.

The Islamabad police have temporarily suspended court hearings in the area and relocated proceedings while damage assessments and security checks are conducted. Officials emphasized the need for vigilance in sensitive areas of the capital.

Witnesses described scenes of chaos, with smoke rising from the blast site and people rushing to help the injured. “It was terrifying. There was a huge explosion, and everyone started running,” said one local shopkeeper near the complex.

While Islamabad has experienced isolated security incidents in the past, attacks on judicial infrastructure are rare. The blast has raised serious concerns about the security of government and public buildings in the federal capital.

Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the explosion, identify any perpetrators, and confirm the final death toll. Authorities continue to advise residents to avoid the 

A powerful explosion outside the Judicial Complex in Islamabad’s G‑11 sector on Tuesday claimed the lives of at least 12 people and injured several others, authorities said. Emergency teams rushed the wounded to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital for treatment.

The blast occurred near the main gate of the G‑11 Judicial Complex, a busy area frequented by court staff, lawyers, and visitors. While the exact cause of the explosion is still under investigation, some reports suggest it may have been a vehicle bomb, while others point to a gas cylinder or accidental explosion.

Police and security personnel quickly cordoned off the area and began forensic investigations. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the sector and follow safety instructions.

Casualty figures vary across media outlets, with some reporting 6 deaths and others confirming 12. Several people remain in critical condition at local hospitals.

The Islamabad police have temporarily suspended court hearings in the area and relocated proceedings while damage assessments and security checks are conducted. Officials emphasized the need for vigilance in sensitive areas of the capital.

Witnesses described scenes of chaos, with smoke rising from the blast site and people rushing to help the injured. “It was terrifying. There was a huge explosion, and everyone started running,” said one local shopkeeper near the complex.

While Islamabad has experienced isolated security incidents in the past, attacks on judicial infrastructure are rare. The blast has raised serious concerns about the security of government and public buildings in the federal capital.

Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the explosion, identify any perpetrators, and confirm the final death toll. Authorities continue to advise residents to avoid the G‑11 area until further notice.

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