Four terrorists killed as security forces foil PSX terror bid

KARACHI (92 News) – The security forces foiled the terror bid as four terrorists who attacked at Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday morning had been killed. According to reports, panic and fear gripped Karachi’s II Chundrigar after four suspected terrorists tried to storm into the PSX building but all terrorists have been killed immediately by the security personnel. According to police, at least 10 people were killed and several others injured. Those killed included the four attackers while four security officials among sub-inspector and one citizen were martyred. 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. According to reports, the attackers came in a car and opened fire on the building’s entrance. They also tossed a grenade and entered the building. All four terrorists were killed at the main entrance gate of the PSX building. The surrounding areas have been sealed by police and Rangers personnel while the injured have been shifted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. A spokesperson of Pakistan Rangers Sindh said the situation at Pakistan Stock Exchange is under control, while search and clearance operation is underway. Four bags have been seized from the terrorists which included four SMGs, hand grenades, weapons, water bottles.

Sindh governor condemns attack

Sindh Governor Imran Ismail and Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah strongly condemned the attack on Pakistan Stock Exchange and summoned a report from Sindh IGP.

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

 

There was an attack on the PSX compound earlier today. The situation is still unfolding and management, with the help of security forces, is managing the security and controlling the situation.

(1/2)#PSX — PSX (@pakstockexgltd) June 29, 2020

 

There was an attack on the PSX compound earlier today. The situation is still unfolding and management, with the help of security forces, is managing the security and controlling the situation.

(1/2)#PSX — PSX (@pakstockexgltd) June 29, 2020