Three foreign nationals killed, 17 injured in explosion near Karachi airport

Three foreign nationals killed, 17 injured in explosion near Karachi airport

Karachi (Web Desk): At least three foreign nationals were killed and 17 others were injured in an explosion near Karachi's Jinnah International Airport on Sunday night.

According to the initial reports an oil tanker blew up, setting numerous vehicles present at the site ablaze.

According to sources, sound of the explosion was heard in different areas of the city, including Karimabad, Defence and Jamshed Road.

The law enforcement agencies rushed to the spot and cordoned off the area while the rescue teams transferred the injured to Jinnah Hospital for emergency treatment.

Sindh Home Minister Zia Ul Hassan Lanjar suspects that the blast could be an improvised explosive device (IED) strike.

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has sought a detailed report from the police chief on the incident and directed the authorities to ensure the best medical treatment for the injured.