KANNUR: A pet dog was killed after an explosive device exploded in Alakkad in Kannur. The pet dog belonged to RSS worker Biju. The blast took place near Biju's house at around 3 pm on Monday.

According to the preliminary conclusion, the gadget exploded as the dog was biting it and carrying it to Biju's house. Biju is an accused in multiple cases. Earlier, KAAPA was imposed against him. Now, he is on bail.

Several bomb blasts have taken place in and around Biju's house. Biju was also injured in the incident. Police have launched an investigation under the leadership of Payyannur DySP KE Premachandran.