A policeman was injured after a grenade explosion occurred in the evidence room of a court in Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir. The grenade, stored as evidence from a previous case, detonated during routine handling on Thursday, prompting concerns over safety protocols in handling explosive materials. An investigation is underway.
Jammu & Kashmir: In a disturbing incident, a policeman sustained injuries following a grenade explosion inside the evidence room (malkhana) of a court in Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir. The explosion occurred on October 24th when the grenade, which had been collected as evidence in a previous case, detonated during routine handling.
According to police officials, the grenade was stored as part of an ongoing investigation and was being handled inside the malkhana when the explosion took place. The incident resulted in the injury of a policeman who was performing routine duties in the room at the time. The injured officer was immediately provided with medical attention, and authorities are currently assessing the severity of his injuries.
The Baramulla Police Department is investigating the circumstances that led to the explosion. “A grenade (collected as evidence in a case) exploded inside the ‘malkhana (evidence room)’ of a court in Baramulla town on Thursday,” a police official stated, confirming the event. The blast caused a panic in the area, though no other casualties or injuries were reported.
The malkhana serves as a secure storage space for evidence, including weapons, explosives, and other materials related to criminal investigations. This unfortunate incident raises concerns about safety protocols surrounding the storage and handling of sensitive materials like explosives. An internal review of the storage and safety measures is expected to follow, ensuring that such incidents are avoided in the future.
In the aftermath of the explosion, law enforcement has stepped up efforts to ensure that proper procedures are followed in the handling of evidence, especially in cases involving dangerous materials like grenades and firearms. The explosion has also prompted a discussion about increased safety training for police officers dealing with hazardous materials.
As the investigation continues, authorities are expected to release more details about the exact cause of the explosion and any steps that will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. This event highlights the critical importance of stringent safety measures in evidence rooms, particularly when dealing with explosive materials.
Baramulla has faced security challenges in the past, but incidents like this underscore the ongoing risks in handling sensitive evidence. The police have assured the public that there is no immediate threat, and measures are being put in place to prevent further such accidents.
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