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8 killed, several injured in Karachi explosion
At least five people injured
Karachi: Eight person was killed and 12 people have been injured in an explosion occurred at the city's Sher Shah Paracha Chowk area Saturday.
According to details, the explosion occurred in site area near a private bank, resulting damage of other building situated in the area.
Police and rescue official rushed the explosion site.
Rescue officials are shifting the injured to the Civil Hospital for treatment. Among the 12 injured, two are said to be in critical condition.
According to police, the nature of the blast is being determined.
A bomb disposal unit (BDU) has arrived at the location of the blast. Police and Rangers officials have cordoned off the area.
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