More than 200 inmates escape Pakistan jail after earthquake
Summary
More than 200 prisoners escaped from a jail in Karachi, Pakistan, after an earthquake caused panic. Police have recaptured 80 inmates so far, but over 130 are still missing. An investigation is underway to understand what happened during the escape.Key Facts
- An earthquake hit Karachi, Pakistan, causing over 200 inmates to escape from Malir Jail.
- Prisoners broke cell doors, locks, and windows during the escape.
- Police have recaptured around 80 of the escaped inmates.
- There are still more than 130 inmates who have not been found.
- One inmate died and two prison officers were injured during the incident.
- The jail's capacity is 2,200 prisoners, but it currently holds about 5,000.
- The local prison minister has ordered an investigation and promised disciplinary actions if needed.
- Families of inmates are protesting outside the jail as visits have been postponed.
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