Tragic Accident in Karachi: Seven Killed, Six Injured on Mauripur Road
A tragic accident occurred on Mauripur Road in Karachi, resulting in the deaths of seven individuals and injuries to six others. The victims were relatives on their way to a beach picnic when their coaster collided with a trailer making a U-turn.
Details of the Victims
The deceased included:
- 40-year-old Sughra
- 45-year-old Shazia
- 10-year-old Kinza Ahmed
- 14-year-old Qadeer Abdul Jabbar
- 6-year-old Sakeena Manzoor
- 4-year-old Zeenat Hayat
- One unidentified individual aged 40
The injured, who were taken to Civil Hospital Karachi, included:
- 35-year-old Azhar
- 35-year-old Bushra
- 35-year-old Shabbir
- 25-year-old Sadiq
- 20-year-old Zainab
- 10-year-old Mudasir
Authorities’ Response
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah expressed his condolences and directed medical facilities to provide the best possible care to the injured. He also instructed Sindh Inspector General Ghulam Nabi Memon to provide a comprehensive report on the incident and called for stricter measures to prevent such accidents in the future.
Ongoing Concerns
This incident highlights ongoing concerns over road safety in the region. Similar accidents in Nooriabad and Thatta last month underscore the urgent need for improved traffic management and public awareness campaigns to mitigate such tragedies.
