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Home / News / World News / Terrorists attack Pakistan Stock Exchange in Karachi, several dead
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    Terrorists attack Pakistan Stock Exchange in Karachi, several dead

    Shalini Ojha
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    Shalini Ojha
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    Last updated on Jun 29, 2020, 02:29 pm
    Terrorists attack Pakistan Stock Exchange in Karachi, several dead
  • In a gruesome incident, armed terrorists attacked the Pakistan Stock Exchange Building in Karachi on Monday, after which a gun battle ensued between them and police personnel.

    All four terrorists were gunned down and an operation to clear the site has been launched.

    Police confirmed to Geo News that four security guards and a police officer lost their lives.

    Here are more details.

  • In this article
    They first hurled a grenade, then opened fire At least seven were injured, number could go up Here are some visuals from the spot Firing stopped, but situation still "unfolding": Pakistan Stock Exchange A detailed statement would be out soon Sindh CM and Governor fumed at the attack Shall protect Sindh at all costs: Governor
  • Details

    They first hurled a grenade, then opened fire

    They first hurled a grenade, then opened fire
  • The terrorists hurled a grenade at the entrance of the busy building and attempted to barge in after 9 am, said reports. They opened fire indiscriminately, following which cops and Rangers arrived at the spot.

    The building and its neighboring areas were sealed and those inside the establishment were evacuated through the back door.

    Officials recovered weapons and hand grenades from the terrorists.

  • What happened

    At least seven were injured, number could go up

  • In the attack, at least seven people were injured, but there are concerns the count could rise.

    Edhi Foundation's Chief Faisal Edhi, who undertakes several philanthropy exercises, was seen at the site along with security agencies.

    The building is situated in a high-security zone. Offices of some celebrated private banks are also located close-by.

  • Twitter Post

    Here are some visuals from the spot

  • Security incident #alert: appears to be some sort of an attack at the Pakistan Stock Exchange in #Karachi — developing pic.twitter.com/wutYMNaQVM

    — Ovais Jafar (@ovaisjafar) June 29, 2020
  • Statement

    Firing stopped, but situation still "unfolding": Pakistan Stock Exchange

    Firing stopped, but situation still "unfolding": Pakistan Stock Exchange
  • Notably, Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) posted a couple of tweets on the incident. The organization said although the firing has stopped, the situation is "still unfolding". A detailed statement would be released later.

    Separately, Director of Pakistan Stock Exchange, Abid Ali Habib, revealed the terrorists entered from the parking area and opened fire, sparking panic among the occupants.

    He called the incident "unfortunate".

  • Twitter Post

    A detailed statement would be out soon

  • We will issue a more detailed statement in due course once the situation is under control and more details are known.
    For now firing has stopped and reinforcement are in place.

    (2/2)#PSX

    — PSX (@pakstockexgltd) June 29, 2020
  • Reactions

    Sindh CM and Governor fumed at the attack

    Sindh CM and Governor fumed at the attack
  • Disclosing more details, Karachi Police Chief Ghulam Nabi Memon said the terrorists came in a silver Corolla car.

    Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said the attack was an attempt to disrupt Pakistan's security and economy.

    Meanwhile, a furious Imran Ismail, who is the Governor of Sindh province, said he wanted the terrorists to be caught alive, so they are punished accordingly.

  • Twitter Post

    Shall protect Sindh at all costs: Governor

  • Strongly condemn the attack on PSX aimed at tarnishing our relentless war on terror. Have instructed the IG security agencies to ensure that the perpetrators are caught alive their handlers are accorded exemplary punishments. We shall protect Sindh at all costs.

    — Imran Ismail (@ImranIsmailPTI) June 29, 2020
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