Tragic Accident in Lasbela Claims 12 Lives, Leaves 22 Injured

News Desk
LASBELA: A horrific collision between a passenger coach and a minivan in the Lasbela district of Balochistan has resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, including five women, and left 22 others severely injured.

The tragic incident occurred near the Othal Zero Point on the Quetta-Karachi highway.

According to local authorities, the high-speed passenger coach collided with the minivan during the early hours of the morning.

Eyewitnesses reported that the coach was traveling at excessive speed, which may have contributed to the severity of the crash. Emergency services rushed to the scene to transport the injured to nearby hospitals, where several remain in critical condition.

This devastating accident highlights ongoing concerns regarding road safety in Pakistan, where traffic-related fatalities are alarmingly high.

The government has been urged to implement stricter regulations and improve infrastructure to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, and further updates are expected as they gather more information.

Community leaders are calling for immediate action to enhance road safety measures in the region.