Lion walking down Karachi’s Sharea Faisal caught on camera

Citizens caught in surprise witnessing a wild life animal roaming around the city’s busiest roads

In an astonishing turn of events, Karachi's bustling Sharea Faisal was witness to an unexpected visitor on Tuesday evening as a lion casually strolled down the city's main artery. The sight left citizens and passers-by in awe and disbelief, gathering in throngs to catch a glimpse of the majestic creature.

The lion reached the parking lot of a building while strolling near Ayesha Bawani College. Police officials reached the spot to keep the onlookers safe who had rushed to see the wildcat.

Queues of vehicles also formed in front of Ayesha Bawani College to catch a glimpse of the spectacle.

A lion was caught on camera walking down Shahrah-e-Faisal, the main artery of the city, on Tuesday evening.

The pedestrians and car passengers passing by were caught in surprise witnessing a wild life animal roaming around the busiest roads of Karachi. #etribune #Karachi… pic.twitter.com/dcHDS1SOOI

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According to the police, the big cat was being transported by a vehicle when it got out of the vehicle. The police have detained the driver of the vehicle.

Javed Mehar, Conservator Sindh Wildlife Department, said that lions are not allowed to be kept in residential areas under the wildlife laws.

Speaking to Express News, he said there was a black market in the country and people keep wild animals quietly. A heavy fine can be imposed on owners of this lion, he added.

The lion was eventually rescued after an hour-long effort. Its owner was also apprehended by the police.