Two cops injured in blast at ex-CJP Saqib’s residence

LAHORE: Two policemen were injured in a blast at former chief justice of Pakistan (CJP) Saqib Nisar’s residence, here on Wednesday.

The explosion took place in the garage. Photos of a damaged black car also went viral on social media.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab Dr Usman Anwar took notice of the incident and sought a report from the capital city police officer. He also ordered that the injured cops should be provided with the best possible medical treatment.

“The ex-CJP’s family members are completely safe,” the Punjab police statement said, adding that the Punjab IGP had ordered for the incident to be investigated from all aspects and senior police officials were present on the scene.

The statement also said that constables Amir and Khurram sustained minor injuries in the incident.

A subsequent statement from the police said: “According to the preliminary investigation, it is a malicious attempt to spread fear and terror in the country by its enemies.” It added the possibility of foreign involvement could not be ruled out. It said there was no loss of life in the incident and the evidence from the scene was being investigated.

Saqib Nisar said, “I am safe by the grace of Almighty. I am not the one to be scared. My morale is high.” He said the explosion took place around 9:30pm. He quoted police as saying it was a powerful grenade that destroyed the car, shattered windows of the house and injured two policemen.