Seven Killed in Church Shooting Attack in Jordan's Karak Governorate
At least seven people were killed in a shooting attack at a church in Jordan's Karak Governorate during a funeral, prompting a massive security manhunt and nationwide condemnation.
Deadly Church Shooting Shocks Jordan
At least seven people were killed on Friday in a shooting attack targeting a church in the village of Hamoud, located in Jordan's Karak Governorate. According to local reports, two armed suspects arrived at the scene by car and opened fire on attendees gathered for a funeral service. Several other individuals sustained injuries and were evacuated to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. Jordanian security forces immediately launched a manhunt for the perpetrators who fled the scene.
Eyewitness Accounts of the Attack
According to a Jordanian media report, one of the wounded survivors stated that between 150 and 200 people were present inside and outside the church, participating in the funeral prayers for a deceased woman. As the service began, an explosion was heard, prompting many attendees to rush outside, where they encountered the armed assailants. Eyewitnesses noted that the shooting lasted for about five minutes, initially targeting people outside the church before directing gunfire toward the building's entrance.
The armed attack outside the church in Karak constitutes a crime that shocks the conscience of every Jordanian. This is an act that cannot be accepted or justified under any circumstances, said Daham Matqal Al-Fayez, a Jordanian Middle East analyst.
Official Response and Security Measures
The General Security Directorate in Jordan stated that unidentified gunmen opened fire inside a church in the Karak Governorate, resulting in multiple casualties, while efforts are underway to locate the suspects. Authorities warned the public against spreading unverified information regarding the incident and urged reliance solely on official announcements. State media echoed these calls, emphasizing that security forces are actively operating in the area and requesting the public to allow them to carry out their duties without interference.
