Event Brief
Jun 18, 2026 at 2:05 PM ET
Karachi pen bomb case: device found to be firecracker
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CTD investigation says the “pen bomb” was a firecracker bought by the injured youth for a birthday.
WHO: Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD)
WHAT: CTD investigation found the “pen bomb” device was a firecracker purchased by Abdul Sami for a cousin’s birthday.
WHEN: Jun 18, 2026 at 1:16 PM ET
WHERE: Model Colony Railway Track, Karachi
WHY: The injured youth said he bought the firecracker himself for a birthday celebration.
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