19 Apr 2024 | 04:33 AM UTC
Pakistan: Two people injured in terror attack in Karachi, Sindh Province, the morning of April 19
Militant attack in Karachi, Sindh Province, Pakistan, April 19, injures two people. Tight security likely.
Two locals were injured in a militant attack in Mansehra Colony area in Landhi Town, Karachi, Sindh Province, the morning of April 19. Officials said two assailants carried out a gun and suicide bombing attack on a vehicle transporting at least five foreign workers. Both suspects are dead, and no foreign nationals were harmed. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident. Security personnel are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.
Authorities have cordoned off the impacted area and will likely maintain a heightened security posture as a precaution. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are likely.
Avoid the impact area until authorities issue the all-clear. Plan accordingly for localized transport disruptions; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Heed all official transport and security advisories.