Karachi: Militants Storm in to Pakistan Stock Exchange building

All four militants, on Monday who stormed in to Pakistan Stock Exchange Building and opened fire, killed, whereas five security officials also martyred during encounter.

According to security sources, four terrorists who attacked the PSX have been killed.

Upon being informed of the attack, police and Rangers personnel reached the site in no time and cordoned off the area. The security personnel vacated and entered the building.

Police said the incident took place near the main gate of the PSX as firing continues. The surrounding areas have been sealed by police and Rangers personnel.

A spokesperson of Pakistan Rangers Sindh said the situation at Pakistan Stock Exchange is under control, while search and clearance operation is underway.

Meanwhile, an emergency has been imposed at Civil Hospital Karachi.

Governor Sindh Imran Ismail strongly condemned the attack and said:

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.

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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