On July 25, 2008, a series of bombs exploded in succession across the Indian city of Bangalore. Two people were confirmed dead and at least 15 people were injured.AFP: Two die as seven bombs explode in Bangalore (July 25, 2008) Authorities are investigating whether the seven explosions were a coordinated terrorist attack.VOA: Serial Explosions Hit Southern Indian City(July 25, 2008)
Bangalore Bombing Quotes
"We suspect that timer devices were used in two or three explosive devices, while the others could have been set off using mobile phones."AFP: Two die as seven bombs explode in Bangalore (July 25, 2008) — Bangalore Police Commissioner Shankar Bidri
"We are investigating the blasts. Bomb disposal squads and forensic experts have reached the spot. Bangalore police is on high alert."AFP: Two die as seven bombs explode in Bangalore (July 25, 2008) — Bangalore Police Commissioner Shankar Bidri
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Bangalore police commissioner said the bombs were each as strong as one or two grenadesVOA: Serial Explosions Hit Southern Indian City(July 25, 2008)
