Two killed, 10 wounded in Cotabato City blast By Mario J. Mallari and Gina Peralta-Elorde 08/03/2011

Two killed, 10 wounded in Cotabato City blast

By Mario J. Mallari and Gina Peralta-Elorde 08/03/2011

At least two civilians were killed while 10 others were wounded when an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded in front of a commercial establishment in Cotabato City yesterday afternoon, the military said
Military Eastern Mindanao Command (Eastmincom) spokesman Col. Leopoldo Galon said that the explosion occurred around 2 p.m. in front of CWAT Gunstore along Quezon Avenue in Cotabato City.

Quoting initial investigation, Galon said that the IED was placed inside a motorcycle which was apparently parked in front of the commercial establishment.

“As of the moment, 10 were wounded and two killed, all civilians,” Galon said.

“The explosion damaged the entrance and window glasses of nearby residence and establishment. Four vehicles and motorcycles were also damaged,” Galon said..... MORE

Source:  The Daily Tribune

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