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Massive Jailbreak in Karachi Following Earthquake Tremors

Over 200 inmates escaped from Malir prison in Karachi after guards were attacked during an evacuation due to earthquake tremors.


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In Karachi, Pakistan, over 200 inmates escaped from Malir prison after being evacuated during mild earthquake tremors. The chaos ensued when a group of inmates attacked guards, leading to a shootout that resulted in one inmate's death and injuries to 22 others, including prison staff. As of now, 80 of the 216 escapees have been recaptured, with police conducting extensive searches for the remaining 136. Authorities confirmed that none of the fugitives were convicted militants. The Sindh government has dismissed the prison chief and two officials, and an inquiry is underway to investigate the jailbreak.

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Analysis

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The articles report on a significant prison escape in Pakistan following an earthquake, highlighting chaos and panic among inmates.

Authorities responded to the incident, emphasizing the challenges of prison security and the implications for public safety.

The overall tone remains neutral, focusing on the facts without strong emotional reactions or opinions about the escape.

Articles (10)

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Over 200 inmates escape Pakistani prison after earthquake
Al JazeeraAl Jazeera·11d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…More than 200 prisoners escaped from a prison in Karachi, Pakistan, after being removed from their cells during earthquake tremors."

Earthquake sparks mass escape from Pakistan prison
Al JazeeraAl Jazeera·12d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Once outside their cells, a group of inmates attacked guards, seized their weapons and opened fire."

More than 200 inmates escape Pakistani prison after an earthquake
NBC NewsNBC News·11d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…More than 200 inmates escaped from a prison in Pakistan on Monday after a series of earthquakes shook the southern port city of Karachi and set off panic, local authorities said."

Over 100 inmates escape from Pakistan prison after earthquake evacuation in Karachi
ABC NewsABC News·12d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…More than 100 inmates escaped from a prison and at least one was killed in a shootout in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi overnight after they were temporarily moved out of their cells following mild earthquake tremors."

Over 100 inmates escape from a Pakistan prison after an earthquake evacuation in Karachi
Associated PressAssociated Press·12d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…More than 100 inmates escaped from a prison and at least one was killed in a shootout in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi overnight after they were temporarily moved out of their cells following mild earthquake tremors."

More than 200 inmates escape Pakistan jail after earthquake
BBC NewsBBC News·11d·
Center
This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…More than 200 prisoners escaped from a jail in Pakistan's largest city following an earthquake in the early hours of Tuesday, police said."

Over 100 inmates escape and 1 is killed as a quake prompts the evacuation of a Pakistan prison
Boston HeraldBoston Herald·11d·
Leans Right
This outlet slightly leans right.

"…More than 100 inmates escaped from a prison and at least one was killed in a shootout in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi overnight after they were temporarily moved out of their cells following mild earthquake tremors."

Earthquake panic allows for a jailbreak in Pakistan
Washington ExaminerWashington Examiner·11d·
Leans Right
This outlet slightly leans right.

"…The escape happened around midnight and progressed into early Tuesday morning as more than 600 inmates were being transferred to another section of the prison."

Over 100 Inmates Escape from a Pakistan Prison after an Earthquake Evacuation in Karachi
NewsmaxNewsmax·12d·
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"…More than 100 inmates escaped from a prison and at least one was killed in a shootout in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi overnight after they were temporarily moved out of their cells following mild earthquake tremors."

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