The Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) office located on Karachi’s main artery, Shahrae Faisal, came under a gun and bomb attack on Friday evening, officials confirmed.
At least one police officer has been martyred in the attack while an Edhi volunteer has been injured.
Sound of heavy and frequent exchange of fire and explosions emanating from the police complex, located near the Financial Trade Center (FTC) on main Shahrae Faisal, spread fear and panic in the area.
“The Karachi police chief’s office has come under attack,” Additional Inspector General Javed Alam Odho confirmed.
Sources said that there could be eight to 10 attackers who came in a white vehicle while some officials stated that the terrorists gained access to the complex from the rear where the motor vehicle pool and workshop is maintained.
Shortly after the sound of gunfire was reported, heavy contingent of police from nearby police stations was dispatched to the spot.
The lights inside the police office were also turned off to prevent the terrorists from knowing where to go. Shahrae Faisal near the police station has been blocked for traffic as well.
Around 60-70 staff are said to work in the office but by evening, this number falls as people leave for the day.
Those inside said that they have locked themselves in their rooms to stay safe from the terrorists.
