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Karachi reported over 540 lives lost in traffic accidents during the first seven months of 2025, according to reports released by rescue officials.
As per the released data, at least 548 individuals lost their lives in the fatal road accidents, with the victims including 425 men, 52 women, 52 children, and 19 girls.
Additionally, 8,136 people were injured, including 6,411 men, 1,237 women, 398 children, and 120 girls.
The latest tragedy occurred on Sunday at 4 am on Rashid Minhas Road, when a dumper ran over two siblings following a motorcycle accident.
The CCTV footage has emerged showing the exact moments leading to the Rashid Minhas Road dumper accident in which two siblings were killed and their father was injured early Sunday morning.
The video reveals the motorcycle, carrying a man and his two children, suddenly moved from the right lane to the left, causing its handle to hit a passing vehicle.
Losing balance, the motorcycle slipped in front of the dumper, throwing the riders onto the road. Both siblings fell directly under an approaching dumper, resulting in their immediate deaths.
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Officials said four dumpers had already passed along the same stretch of road before the fatal collision occurred, the accident took place at approximately 4am.
Rescue workers confirmed that the victims were identified as 14-year-old Ahmed Raza and 22-year-old Mahnoor, while their father, Mohammad Shakir, sustained serious injuries.
The incident sparked violent protests in the area, with multiple dumpers set on fire by angry residents. Authorities have since increased security along the route.
The tragedy underscores a disturbing trend of fatal accidents involving heavy vehicles, such as unmanned trailers (62 deaths), water tankers (37 deaths), and buses (20 deaths).
Speeding minibuses have also been a significant factor, claiming 14 lives. Motorcyclists, who make up the majority of victims with 274 deaths, continue to face the highest risk on Karachi roads.
Malir district reported the highest fatalities, with 174 deaths.
Despite the alarming statistics, justice for the victims remains subtle as authorities struggle to address the crisis.
