Earthquake Triggers Mass Prison Break in Karachi

A major prison break occurred in Karachi, Pakistan, on June 4, 2025, after a series of earthquakes damaged the District Prison Malir facility. According to Jail Superintendent Arshad Shah, "216 prisoners escaped, out of which we caught back 78." Inspector General of prisons in Sindh province, Kazi Nazir, explained that the tremors caused damage to the prison walls and created widespread panic. The escapees were mostly involved in minor offenses, with no high-profile prisoners involved. Authorities are working to recapture the remaining fugitives. The incident highlights the vulnerability of prison infrastructure in the face of natural disasters.