During funeral procession, gunmen attack Jordan church, kill at least 6, authorities say
Reported by CBS News · October 23, 2026
Death toll revised downward
Jordan’s public security directorate said gunmen attacked a church in the country’s south on Friday. It initially reported at least seven people killed, then lowered the toll to six.
Attack during funeral procession
The directorate said the gunmen exited a vehicle and opened fire during a funeral procession. Authorities said a manhunt was underway for those responsible. An eyewitness told Jordan’s state broadcaster, Al-Mamlaka, that a vehicle arrived carrying the gunmen. The witness said they fired continuously for five minutes before fleeing.
Earlier violence in Karak
In 2016, gunmen carried out a series of attacks in Karak, including an ambush on police at a Crusader castle popular with tourists. Ten people died, including seven officers, and dozens were wounded.
Key points
- Authorities revised the death toll from at least seven to six.
- The attack took place during a funeral procession in southern Jordan.
- An eyewitness said the gunmen fired for five minutes before fleeing.
- A manhunt was underway for the perpetrators.