Seven Die in Jeep Accident Near Muzaffarabad

News Desk

MUZAFFARABAD: At least seven people, including a father and his two sons, tragically lost their lives when a passenger jeep veered off a mountain slope on the outskirts of Muzaffarabad on Sunday.

The incident occurred around noon as the vehicle was en route from Nakka Shakkar Pattiyan village to Seri Darra village, covering a distance of just three kilometers before the fatal plunge.

According to police and local officials, the driver lost control of the jeep while navigating a landslide-affected area, causing it to roll down the slope and tumble over several times before coming to a rest.

The jeep fell approximately 1,000 to 1,500 feet below the road, resulting in the immediate death of all seven occupants.

“Their bodies were scattered across the accident site,” stated Muzaffarabad Additional Deputy Commissioner Zeeshan Nisar.

Local residents initially retrieved the bodies before being joined by personnel from Rescue 1122.

The deceased have been identified as Abdul Waheed, 40, the driver; Muhammad Khalid, 30; Shafaat, 35; and others, highlighting the devastating impact of road safety issues in the region.

This tragic incident underscores the ongoing concerns regarding road safety in mountainous areas, particularly in regions prone to landslides.

Authorities are expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident, which may prompt discussions on improving road conditions and safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.