PESHAWAR: At least five persons were killed and two injured due to a cylinder explosion inside a hotel on GT Road, Peshawar during the night between Thursday and Friday. The family had come from Hangu to Peshawar for medical treatment and were staying at the hotel, according to police. The blast occurred in room number 408 on the fourth floor, according to police officials. Remaining guests were evacuated by police officials and police because a fire had erupted after the blast. A private bank’s branch, situated inside the hotel building, was also damaged.

Source: Pakistan Today May 11, 2018 06:26 UTC