35 passengers killed in Karachi bus firing incident

35 passengers killed in Karachi bus firing incident
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Summary The attack took place near Karachi's Safoora Chowrangi.

KARACHI (Web Desk) – At least 35 people have been killed and more than 20 injured when some unknown gunmen attacked a passsenger bus near Safoora Chowrangi in Karachi, Dunya News reported.

According to witnesses, the bus was sprayed with bullets from both sides by around six terrorists and gunmen also boarded the bus to target the passengers.

Reportedly, several woman and children were also on board the bus which was enroute to Ayesha Manzil from Scheme 33.

The attackers managed to flee from the scene on their motorbikes. Fear and panic gripped the area after the attack.

Security officials have cordoned off the area whereas the rescue teams have shifted the victims to nearby hospitals where an emergency has been imposed. The condition of several injured persons is said to be critical.

  

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