Mastung, Balochistan: Unknown armed individuals launched an attack on the Tehsil Office in Mastung Balochistan. The assailants stormed the government compound, setting fire to vehicles parked inside. Sounds of gunfire and explosions echoed in the area for a long time.
According to local sources, at least 8 people have been injured in the attack so far. They were immediately shifted to the District Headquarters Hospital. Following the incident, the district administration declared a state of emergency in hospitals and summoned medical staff urgently.
Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers were armed with modern weapons. They not only opened fire but also entered the Tehsil Office and set three vehicles ablaze. After a gunfight between the attackers and security personnel, loud explosions were also heard in the area.
Sources further revealed that the armed individuals also attacked three banks located in the vicinity. During the ongoing attack, the assailants took the staff of the National Bank hostage and set fire to important bank records.
So far, no group has claimed responsibility for the attack. However, in recent months, there has been a notable increase in such attacks in Balochistan, often claimed by Baloch separatist organizations.
