In a dramatic turn of events late Monday night, 216 prisoners escaped from Karachi’s District Jail Malir, commonly known as “Bacha Jail,” amid a chaotic situation reportedly triggered by tremors in the city.
Authorities say the inmates, many of whom were already outside their barracks, exploited the confusion to overpower jail staff. A violent confrontation ensued, and heavy gunfire was heard in and around the jail, sparking panic in nearby residential areas.
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Police and Rangers quickly responded by sealing the area, including parts of the National Highway. SSP Malir Kashif Aftab Abbasi said security forces locked down adjacent villages and settlements while mosques were used to alert the public and request help in locating the fugitives.
Senior officials, including DIG Jail Hassan Sahetu and DG Rangers Sindh Major General Muhammad Shamrez, visited the jail to assess the situation and enhance security protocols.
