Three bodies, including that of a seven-year-old were found in different localities of Karachi, early Wednesday morning, Express News reported.
The seven-year-old child was found in the Safoora Goth area with his throat slit and his body burned.
Police reportedly said that the child was most likely burned so officials could not ascertain his identity.
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In another area, a man and woman were found on a footpath after they were murdered. According to hospital officials, there were marks on the bodies of the adults which indicated that they were beaten with sticks.
All the bodies have been shifted to a local hospital for analysis and tests.
Investigation into the incident is underway.
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