A devastating traffic accident on the Indus Highway at Ambiri Kallah Chowk has claimed the lives of at least 12 individuals, leaving 25 others injured. The horrific crash occurred when a 22-wheeler trailer, reportedly experiencing brake failure, collided with a passenger flying coach and several other vehicles, causing a catastrophic chain reaction.
Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities work to extricate more victims from the wreckage. According to the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Karak, the crash took place late in the afternoon and resulted in immediate fatalities. The oil tanker trailer, unable to stop due to faulty brakes, overturned onto the passenger coach, crushing it under its immense weight.
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DC Karak explained, “The trailer’s failure to halt led to a catastrophic chain of events. The coach was completely crushed under the trailer, causing immense loss of life.” Several other vehicles were also affected in the collision, further escalating the tragedy.
Local hospitals have issued a red alert, bracing for a surge in critical cases. Rescue teams have already transported many of the injured to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital in Karak, where medical staff remain on high alert. Emergency responders are continuing their efforts to clear the wreckage, and the death toll may rise as more bodies are recovered.
