Firing, explosion reported in Karachi's Gulistan-i-Jauhar

Heavy firing and an explosion were reported in Block 6 of Karachi’s Gulistan-i-Jauhar on Saturday, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel.

Law enforcers rushed to the area after heavy firing and an explosion were reported in the locality. Special units, including the Rapid Response Force and police commandos, were dispatched to the scene to take control of the situation, the broadcaster said. According to reports, the general area has been cordoned off by police and paramilitary personnel. Rescue 1122 Sindh said it had received reports of an explosion near Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block 5 and immediately dispatched teams to the scene from its central command and control centre. 

According to the spokesperson, Rescue 1122 teams have reached the site and are assessing the situation. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Saturday took notice of reports of an explosion and alleged firing near Mosamiat Chowrangi and sought a detailed report of the incident, according to his spokesperson.

The chief minister contacted the Sindh inspector general and the Karachi additional inspector general, directing them to ensure that police immediately reached the site and took necessary action to ascertain the nature of the incident.