A car bomb exploded outside a police station in Mexico, wounding seven people and triggering a major security response in the neighborhood, sending emergency services out to the area in a rush to get those injured.
The explosive-laden vehicle was outside the police station before the blast occurred, the report added.
The explosion left much damage in the vicinity of the police station and scattered debris onto nearby streets. Seven people were injured in the attack and taken to hospitals for treatment.
Police and emergency vehicles quickly cordoned off the immediate area after the explosion. Police and emergency workers combed the area to search and examine the scene for evidence and see if more bomb-making devices or other potential threats were present.
Car bomb attacks remain a serious security concern in parts of Mexico, where criminal groups have previously used vehicles and explosives in confrontations with security forces.
However, investigators will need to establish the motive and identify those responsible before linking the latest incident to any particular organisation.
The blast also brings home to police personnel and civilians in areas that are affected by organised crime and violent conflicts the dangers of that.
Police stations can be targeted because they are part of law enforcement programs against criminal networks.
Police will review CCTV images, see forensic evidence and hear from witnesses as part of the investigation.
Security officials could also investigate if the attack was directed specifically at the police station or whether people were caught in the explosion.
The seven injured victims are in hospital and the injuries are being treated, and authorities are expected to provide a further update on the victims' status soon. Property damage is also being assessed.
🚨 BREAKING: Explosion Hits Police Station in Mexico
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Seven people, including a municipal police officer, were injured after an explosive device placed inside a car detonated near a police station in Ojocaliente, Zacatecas, Mexico.
The blast damaged the police station, nearby… pic.twitter.com/aHGOvaRjpX
Residents in the surrounding area should be cautious, the security team told them. Roads around the police station could remain closed from now on as forensic teams collect evidence and investigate the place.
The attack comes at the same time as there remain concerns about organized criminal groups in Mexico.
Security forces are fighting powerful criminal networks across the country, police work has been threatened and attacks have been made on the police and government facilities.
The investigation now focuses on how the vehicle was brought to the location, what type of explosive was used and who planned the attack. More details have to be pieced together from the investigation.
The explosion has left seven people injured and raised fresh security concerns for a police facility.
The police are supposed to strengthen security in the area and investigate the car bomb attack.
