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3 injured as blast caused by suspected explosive object rocks check-in area in Pudong airport

A blast caused by a suspected homemade explosive object took place around 2:20pm today inside the T2 terminal of Pudong International Airport, sending 3 injured travelers to hospital, the airport authority confirmed. (Program Code: 0909346160605010)

AT least three people were injured when a blast reported to be caused by a homemade explosive, went off inside Terminal 2 at the Pudong International Airport at around 2:20pm today.

The blast happened at the C check-in counter, authorities said. Police have cordoned off the area.

Witnesses said an object, which looked like a firecracker, exploded in the hand of a male passenger as he queued up in front of the check-in counter. He was among the injured and was seen lying on the ground after the blast. 




 

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