The Death toll in the Karachi firecracker warehouse explosion jumped to five as rescue officials retrieved another body from the debris.
An explosion was reported at a firecracker warehouse on MA Jinnah Road on Thursday evening. More than 12 fire tenders were deployed to douse the flames, while heavy contingents of Karachi police and Rangers cordoned off the area.
The Sindh Police spokesperson said SSU commandos also joined the relief operation and rescued people trapped on the roof of the building.
According to police, a case has been registered at the Preedy Police Station on behalf of the state. The FIR includes serious charges such as attempted murder and manslaughter (Qatl bil sabab).
Two individuals, Hanif (the warehouse owner) and Muhammad Ayub, have been nominated in the case.
Police further stated that Hanif is currently under treatment at a hospital in injured condition.
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