Five killed in blast near police station in Pakistan

A suicide car bomb attack at the Domel Police Station in Pakistan's Bannu killed at least five civilians, while 13 others were injured, including one policeman, Report informs via Dawn.

Among the deceased are a husband, wife, daughter, and son from the same family.

The explosion occurred when an explosives-laden vehicle rammed into the rear side of the police station, triggering a massive blast followed by an exchange of gunfire.

The intensity of the explosion was so powerful that it was heard miles away.

According to initial reports, the blast completely destroyed the sentry post of the police station, while a large portion of the building was reduced to rubble.