Karachi, July 5 -- The death toll in the Lyari building collapse rose to 16 on Saturday as more bodies have been recovered under the debris, ARY news reported, citing a rescue official's statement.

The six-story residential building in the Baghdadi area of Lyari, Karachi, trapped several people under the debris.

The rescue officials reported that nine individuals, including five women, have been rescued in injured condition and are being treated, as per ARY News.

According to Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, around 20 people are believed to be trapped under the rubble, and efforts are underway to save them.

Earlier, 19 people were rescued from the debris, and nine people were confirmed dead, with eight dying on the spot and one at the hos...