At least 11 people were killed and 10 others injured when a passenger coach collided with a trailer near Tando Masti on the National Highway in Khairpur, police reported Sunday.
The ill-fated passenger coach was traveling from Punjab to Karachi when the accident occurred. Authorities said the crash happened as the coach attempted to overtake another vehicle and rammed into the trailer.
Rescue and Response
Police and rescue teams quickly arrived at the scene. The injured and deceased were shifted to the Civil Hospital in Khairpur for treatment and identification. Officials confirmed that the driver and conductor of the passenger coach were among the dead.
The scene remained under careful monitoring as emergency teams continued rescue operations. Police are investigating the exact cause of the crash, including whether overspeeding or misjudgment while overtaking contributed to the tragedy.
Other Road Accidents Reported
In a separate incident near Yakmuch in Dalbadin, seven people, including three women and two children, were killed in a collision between two luxury vehicles. Three other individuals were injured and shifted to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
Police confirmed that the deceased included two men, three women, and two children. Rescue teams were deployed immediately to assist and provide necessary aid to the injured.
Safety Concerns
Officials have reiterated the importance of road safety, especially on busy highways where overtaking and reckless driving can lead to fatal accidents. Authorities urged drivers to follow traffic rules and maintain speed limits to prevent similar tragedies.
The Khairpur passenger coach accident highlights ongoing road safety challenges in the region. Authorities have promised a thorough investigation to determine liability and improve highway safety measures.
With multiple road accidents reported in the past weeks, officials emphasize careful driving and timely maintenance of vehicles to protect passengers and reduce fatalities on national highways.
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