A convoy of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) came under attack near Munir Mengal Chowk on Sariab Road on Wednesday, police confirmed.
According to details, unidentified assailants opened fire on the convoy and hurled hand grenades, according to police officials. At least 12 injured individuals were shifted to Civil Hospital Quetta, hospital administration stated. The condition of two of the injured is reported to be critical.
The critically injured have been transferred to the Trauma Centre for treatment. Provincial Minister Ali Madad Jattak was leading the convoy at the time of the attack but remained unhurt, police said. At least five people were injured by gunfire and Jattak’s vehicle sustained partial damage, according to police.
A large contingent of police arrived at the scene shortly after the incident. Injured individuals were moved to both Bolan Medical Complex Hospital (BMC) and Civil Hospital, police added.
