4 killed, 15 injured in explosion

Aligarh, Oct 17 (UNI) At least four persons were burnt alive and 15 others injured in a sudden explosion of a gas cylinder and other explosives used for making firearms here last night, police today said.

The mishap occurred in Lauhagarh village of Khair tehsil, where four people were killed, while 15 others sustained serious injuries.

The deceased were identified as Karan Singh (60), Maharani (80), Anuradha (3 yrs) and an infant Sonu.

The injured were hospitalised.

A case has been registered police said.

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