Bomb disposal squad prepares report following explosion, which took place near a traffic signal close to airport in Karachi
KARACHI: (UrduPoint/Pakistan Point News-Oct 7th, 2024) An initial report confirmed that the recent attack on Chinese citizens near Karachi Airport was a suicide bombing, utilizing 70 to 80 kilograms of explosive material.
The sources said that the bomb disposal squad prepared this report following the explosion, which took place near a traffic signal close to the airport.
The blast was executed with a Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) at the departure signal of Jinnah International Airport.
The report showed that the bomber was in a vehicle packed with explosives, waiting for the arrival of Chinese nationals, and deliberately crashed into the target as it drew near.
The investigation revealed that the suicide attack specifically targeted a group of foreign nationals. The explosion resulted in significant damage, with 12 vehicles impacted—three of which were completely destroyed.