Jordanian Public Security announces 6 dead and 28 injured in Karak shooting incident
Public Security announced 6 deaths and 28 injuries in a shooting at a church, and the Public Prosecutor ordered a media blackout on the case.
Translated by Qiyas from القبس — Original source
Jordanian General Security Directorate spokesperson Wafa’ announced that six people were killed and 28 others injured in a shooting incident in Karak. He stated, “The criminal incident, carried out by unknown individuals at one of the funerals in Karak, resulted in six martyrs and 28 injuries.”
Meanwhile, Jordan’s Attorney General, Dr. Hassan Al-Abdallat, acting in accordance with Article 39 of the Press and Publications Law and Article 225 of the Penal Code, issued a publication ban on the investigative case related to the events that took place around the Hamoud Church in Karak Governorate. The order stipulates that all visual, audio, print media outlets, and social media platforms must refrain from publishing any news or information related to the case, the progress of the investigation, or anything that could influence the course of justice, under the threat of legal and judicial liability. The ban covers all news related to the case, as well as the publication and dissemination of such content. An exception is made for official state media under the supervision of the Ministry of Government Communication. The order also prohibits the circulation or republication of photos, videos, or information related to the case under investigation, reiterating that the ban applies to all news concerning the case, its publication, and its dissemination.
The Jordan News Agency (Petra) reported that a press conference was held in Karak Governorate at 5:30 p.m., attended by the Minister of Interior, the Minister of Government Communication, and the Director of the General Security Directorate. Earlier in the day, Petra had reported, citing the General Security Directorate, that several people were killed and injured on Friday (today) in a shooting by armed men inside a church in Karak, southern Jordan.
Citing the General Security Directorate, Petra stated: “Unknown gunmen opened fire inside a church in Karak Governorate, resulting in several deaths and injuries. The individuals involved are being pursued.”
Dr. Muhammad Al-Momani, the Minister of Government Communication and the official government spokesperson, posted on social media that security agencies are monitoring the shooting incident in Karak Governorate on the ground. He added that statements containing verified information would be issued, urging everyone to allow security agencies to carry out the necessary procedures and to obtain information from official sources.
