Karachi's serial 'knife attacker' unleashes fear

A Karachi man has attacked and injured more than 10 women in two weeks with a knife in Karachi -- and remains on the run.

Police officers and hospitals say almost all women suffered injuries on their right side and were attacked from behind.

"He is attacking women, young and old alike. He hasn't shown any preference for women dressed in particular attire," the Dawn quoted an unnamed officer as saying.

The knife attacks have created unease and anger among Karachi residents.

"Working women acknowledged feeling overwhelmed and scared, many opting for rickshaws and cab services and not walking to bus stops," the daily said. "Female students of Karachi University and Habib University are avoiding walking alone.

"One of the latest victims was a housewife and a mother of three who told police that a lean man wearing a red and black helmet and off-white salwar kameez on a motorbike came behind her and attacked her. He sped away.

"I was wearing a big, thick shawl that night and it saved me from severe injuries," she added.

"My nine-year-old daughter is so traumatized."

Source: Khaleej Times