Terrorism cases registered over violence near US consulate in Karachi:
Three FIRs lodged against ‘unknown persons’; IGP forms body for ‘transparent’ probe; ...
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Violence Near US Consulate Spurs Probe and SuspensionsThree FIRs filed after clashes killed 11 people; a six-member committee must report findings within seven days.
- Three terrorism-related FIRs were registered against unidentified individuals following violent protests near the US consulate in Karachi.
- The unrest resulted in 11 fatalities and 30 injuries as protesters attempted to breach consulate premises.
- A six-member inquiry panel has been established to deliver a detailed report within one week.
- Several police officials, including a senior superintendent and four station heads, were suspended for negligence.
The committee has been directed to submit a detailed report containing all facts about the incident within seven days.— Central Police Office statement
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