Pakistan's independence day celebrations in Karachi turned tragic as reckless aerial firing resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a senior citizen and an 8-year-old girl. Over 60 others sustained gunshot injuries across the city. This incident follows a disturbing trend, with Karachi experiencing a high number of shooting-related fatalities earlier in the year.
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