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One killed, Several injured in multiple traffic ac…

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A series of traffic accidents across Karachi claimed the life of one young man and left several others injured, including multiple police officers. Authorities have taken swift action by arresting suspects, seizing vehicles involved in the incidents, and launching investigations into the causes of the crashes.

According to SHO Sohail Farooq, an 18-year-old identified as Rehman lost his life after a trailer collided with his motorcycle. Two other victims, 23-year-old Shahryar and 32-year-old Zain, sustained injuries in the accident and were immediately shifted to a hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment.

Police officials confirmed that the trailer driver, identified as Zaman, was arrested shortly after the incident. The trailer and the victim’s motorcycle have been taken into police custody as investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.

In a separate incident near Abbas Cut on the Northern Bypass in Gulshan-e-Maymar, a Rescue 15 police officer named Khalid was injured when his motorcycle was struck by a rickshaw. SHO Muhammad Ali Niazi stated that the rickshaw driver fled the scene following the collision. Police have seized the rickshaw and launched a search operation to locate and arrest the driver.

Another traffic accident occurred near Bilawal Chowrangi in Clifton, where Special Branch Head Constable Mehboob was injured after being hit by a car while riding his motorcycle. SHO Riaz Niazi of Boat Basin Police Station confirmed that the driver was taken into custody, and the vehicle involved in the accident has been impounded for further investigation.

Additional road accidents were also reported in other parts of the city. Near Baldia No. 2 Police Checkpost, 35-year-old police officer Javed suffered injuries in a traffic collision. In another incident near Numaish Chowrangi, traffic police officer Akram was injured after being hit by an unidentified vehicle, whose driver fled the scene.

The recent string of Karachi traffic accidents has once again highlighted growing concerns over road safety, reckless driving, and compliance with traffic regulations. Residents have urged authorities to strengthen enforcement measures, particularly against negligent drivers of heavy vehicles, to help prevent further tragedies. Police continue to investigate all reported incidents and have assured the public that those responsible will face legal action.

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