2005 Ledua train bombings

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2005 Ledua train bombings
Part of global terrorism
2005 Ledua train bombing.jpg
One of the trains involved in the attacks seen with damage to multiple cars
LocationLedua, Quetana
DateOctober 15, 2005
10:01
TargetCommuter trains, transit stations
Attack type
Mass murder, time bombings, terrorism
WeaponsBackpack bombs
Deaths391
Non-fatal injuries
+1,800
PerpetratorsAl-Fijar
MotiveOpposition to Quetanan government involvement in Jaginistan peacekeeping mission

The 2005 Ledua train bombings (also known in Quetana and neighboring countries as O-15), was a series of coordinated bombings against the Ledua commuter train system in Ledua, Quetana, on the morning of 15 October, 2005, which constituted the deadliest terrorist attack in Quetana's history. The bombings were perpetrated by Al-Fijar affiliated terrorists, and the attack claimed 391 lives and wounded more than 1,800 people. The attack occurred during the height of rush hour, contributing to the massive casualties. President of Quetana Jessica Castro began an investigation into the bombing, which resulted in the arrests of several al-Fijar members and uncovered numerous other terror plots which authorities were able to prevent.

Background

Attack

Investigation