Three explosions were heard early Thursday morning near Walton Old Airport, sending shockwaves through the area and alarming local residents.
According to sources, the blasts occurred in quick succession in areas adjacent to Walton. While the exact nature of the explosions is still under investigation, the blasts were loud enough to cause panic, prompting people to rush out of their homes.
In response to the situation, nearby schools were immediately closed, and students were sent back home. The city was placed on high security alert, with police and rescue vehicles quickly arriving at the scene to secure the area and begin investigations.
Sources indicated that the explosions were the result of a drone strike targeting an important security facility in Walton. The drone, believed to be of Indian origin, was attempting to spy on sensitive locations when it was intercepted and shot down by security forces mid-air.
No casualties or injuries were reported from the incident. However, the building did suffer partial damage. Following the attack, security in the area was heightened, with ongoing investigations into the origins and motives behind the attack.
Sources further confirmed that the drone was launched from across the border, with the intent to gather intelligence on sensitive locations.
