Dumper crushes another motorcyclist to death in Karachi

KARACHI: In yet another accident, a dumper crushed a motorcycle, killing one and injuring two others in Karachi, ARY News reported.

As per details, the incident occurred near Baldia’s Laki Charhayi, where the dumper ran over a motorcycle.

According to rescue sources, the deceased, identified as 25-year-old Rahib, and the injured, Munir and Sahib, are all brothers. The injured were rushed to the hospital for treatment, while the body of the deceased was also shifted to the hospital.

The police and rescue teams arrived at the scene and initiated an investigation into the incident.

On February 8, a dumper truck ran over pedestrians on Karachi’s Ibrahim Hyderi to Korangi Crossing road, leaving three people dead on the spot.

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As per details, the incident sparked outrage among the locals, who set the dumper on fire in protest whereas the driver of the dumper fled the scene after the accident.

As many as 92 people lost their lives in Karachi road accidents in 2025 so far. According to the statistics released by the rescue authorities 92 people lost their lives in traffic accidents that occurred between January 1 and February 8.

The fatalities include 11 women, 2 young girls, and 9 children. Additionally, over 900 people were injured, including more than 100 women.

With the start of the new year, Karachi has witnessed a steep rise in the number of road accidents.

Committee formed

In response to the rising number of accidents, the traffic police have taken action, issuing 34,655 challans and arresting 490 drivers. Additionally, 532 vehicle fitness certificates were canceled.

A four-member committee has been formed to investigate the causes of the accidents and suggest measures to improve road safety. The committee will review the fitness certificates of oil tanker dumpers and water tankers as well as and licenses of those driving the vehicles.