Karachi, Pakistan – Web Desk: At least 13 people, including children, were killed and several others injured in a major multi-vehicle collision on the Karachi-Hyderabad Motorway (M9) near Kathore on Tuesday.
The accident occurred when a cargo truck overturned, causing a chain-reaction collision involving four high-speed cars and a passenger bus near Ansari Bridge. The truck’s diesel spilled onto the road, contributing to the severity of the crash.
Eyewitnesses reported that a passenger bus, a cargo truck, and at least three cars were badly damaged. Emergency services, including Rescue 1122, Chhipa, and Edhi volunteers, rushed to the scene to provide aid. Ten victims were declared dead at the site, while others were critically injured and transported to nearby hospitals. Officials have warned that the death toll may rise.
Provincial authorities, including the Sindh Interior Minister, Governor Sindh, and Chief Minister Sindh, expressed deep condolences over the loss of lives and directed immediate medical assistance for the injured.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the precise cause of the crash. Preliminary reports suggest that the overturned cargo truck and the diesel spill were the primary factors behind the chain-collision.
