Hundreds of people were left dead after a 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck east Afghanistan late Sunday.

Approximately 800 people were killed and more than 2,500 people were injured, according to the latest tally provided Monday by the Taliban government.

The initial earthquake hit at 11:47 p.m. local time and was centered roughly 17 miles east-northeast of Jalalabad, the U.S. Geological Survey said. Several aftershocks followed.

Story continues below • KRQE Investigates: AG: Cases uncovered by KRQE Investigates are more evidence for DA’s removal • Crime: New security video shows moments after deadly shooting on campus and the suspect’s interview • News: Feds seize online marketplace selling fake IDs • Community: What’s happening in New Mexico August 29-September 4? Zozobra and m

See Full Page