As fear gripped the inmates, many thought the building might collapse. Police intervened with warning shots, but the alarmed situation led to a mass exodus. The facility, which was already overcrowded, was designed for 2,200 but housed around 5,000 at the time of the escape. Sindh’s Minister for Prisons, Ali Hassan Zardari, has initiated an investigation into the incident and vowed that any negligence by prison staff would face penalties. Families of inmates expressed distress outside the jail amid ongoing unrest and disrupted visits.
Prison Break: Over 200 Inmates Escape During Earthquake Chaos in Karachi
Prison Break: Over 200 Inmates Escape During Earthquake Chaos in Karachi
A major earthquake in Karachi led to the escape of more than 200 inmates from Malir Jail, stirring chaos and fears of a security crisis.
In the early morning hours of Tuesday, residents of Karachi were shaken by a significant earthquake that caused a disastrous prison break at Malir Jail. Over 200 inmates took advantage of the chaos, breaking down doors and windows, which allowed 216 of them to flee the facility. Some have since been recaptured, while searches continue for the remaining escapees. Tragically, one prisoner lost their life during police operations to regain control, and two officers sustained injuries.
