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Prison Escape En-Masse Following Earthquake Incident in Pakistan

Earthquake Swarm Triggers Prison Break in Pakistan, Over 200 Inmates Escape

Earthquakes strike Pakistan, resulting in more than 200 prisoners taking advantage to break out.
Earthquakes strike Pakistan, resulting in more than 200 prisoners taking advantage to break out.

Chaos in Karachi: Mass Prison Break

Prison Escape En-Masse Following Earthquake Incident in Pakistan

In the heart of Pakistan's bustling metropolis, Karachi, a pandemonium unfolded following a string of minor seismic activities. The unsavory event led to a mass prison break, with over 200 inmates escaping the clutches of justice. The ongoing manhunt has seen around 80 of these fugitives being recaptured so far, leaving a daunting 122 still evading authorities.

Tuesday night's calamity transpired in the southern part of the country, as inmates were evacuated from their cells due to the earthquakes. A desperate group ofprisoners seized the opportunity to overpower the guards and smash through the prison gates, claiming one life in the process and injuring several people, including two guards.

A police spokesperson reported that the majority of the escaped prisoners were serving time for less severe offenses. Fortunately, there were no prominent criminals or terrorists among them.

As the search for the remaining escapees continues, the city's streets echo with the increasing number of raids in various neighborhoods and intensified surveillance at the hidden lairs of the fugitives. The public is urged to lend a hand in locating the remaining elusive prisoners.

To encourage the escaping inmates to surrender, authorities have announced leniency for those who return to the jail voluntarily. There have been instances of prisoners opting for this mercy offer, turning themselves in to the authorities.

The upheaval at the Malir Jail was caused by the earthquakes that prompted structural breaches in the walls, providing the inmates an opportunity to escape. Most of the escapees were engrossed in minor offenses.

Stay tuned for updates as the manhunt continues and more information becomes available.

In the midst of the ongoing manhunt, the general news about the war-and-conflicts in Karachi has expanded to include politics, as the authorities announce leniency for the remaining prison escapees who voluntarily return. Meanwhile, the crime-and-justice sector is ramping up efforts to recapture the 122 fugitives still at large, following the mass prison break, causing chaos in the city.

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