Lahore blast: Death toll rises to five

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July 07, 2013 13:22

Death toll in the powerful blast at the crowded Old Anarkali street in Lahore has risen to five.

The powerful blast ripped through Lahore's famous food street last night while a number of families were dining there.

According to police, the victims included a five-year-old girl.

Two persons died on the spot while the remaining three succumbed to their injuries at Mayo Hospital early today.

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