Terror attack at Pakistan Stock Exchange in Karachi; terrorists don Police uniforms

At least six people have been killed and several have been injured after a terror attack took place at Pakistan Stock Exchange building in Karachi, Pakistani media reported on Monday. Out of six people dead, two are civilians and or four are attackers. 

'An unfortunate incident took place'

injured are being admitted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment

terrorists stormed building and opened indiscriminate firing on everyone, reports added, stating that surrounding areas have been sealed by Police & Pak Rangers.

According to a witness, " terrorists entered from main gate. y entered Stock Exchange building, fired at  main gate, entered premise and opened fire inside."

"An unfortunate incident took place at Pakistan Stock Exchange," said Abid Ali Habib, Director Pakistan Stock Exchange. "y [terrorists] made ir way from our parking area and opened fire on everyone."

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Speaking to Pakistan's Geo TV, Inspector-General Karachi said that situation was under control and all terrorists had been killed in attack. He said that Rangers and police officials had entered building and were conducting a search operation. 

According to IG, attackers were reportedly wearing clos usually worn by police officials while y are off-duty. Police said militants conducted assault with sophisticated weapons and were carrying a bag which probably held explosives.

Sindh province Goverr Imran Ismail condemned incident. 

Karachi stock exchange is Pakistans largest and oldest stock exchange.

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