Karachi: A horrific scene unfolded on Karachi’s Rashid Minhas Road today, as a speeding dumper truck, laden with gravel, tragically overturned onto a double-cabin vehicle, claiming the lives of a woman and a young girl. This devastating incident has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the perilous consequences of reckless driving on city roads.
According to police officials, the heavily loaded dumper lost control due to excessive speed, leading to the fatal collision. The accident not only resulted in the immediate deaths of the mother and daughter but also left two other individuals, including another woman, injured. All victims reportedly belong to the same family, residents of Scheme 33.
Authorities swiftly moved the deceased and injured to the hospital for necessary procedures. Officials confirmed the dumper was fully loaded with sand and gravel at the time of the crash. Following the tragic event, the dumper’s driver managed to flee the scene, evading immediate apprehension.
The police have since impounded both the overturned dumper and the damaged vehicle from the accident site. A comprehensive search operation is now underway to locate and apprehend the absconding driver, ensuring justice for the affected family and addressing the serious safety concerns raised by this incident.
