Sindh government was warned of attacks in Karachi

KARACHI: The Interior Ministry had sent a letter three weeks ago warning the Sindh government of attacks on Chaudhry Aslam and at sensitive areas, Geo News reported.

The letter warned of attacks in Karachi on the 18th and 19th of September between 6 and 10 am. The letter was drafted following information received by the Interior Ministry from security agencies warning of terrorist attacks.

The letter which was sent on August 27 stated that suicide bombers were present in Karachi and were looking to target offices of security agencies, foreign consulate staff, religious locations and police officers who were tackling terrorism. The letter also mentioned Chaudhry Aslam and the names of other officials.