The rescue officials stated that along with 171 deaths, over 2,200 people sustained injuries in these road accidents.
Earlier, a dumper ran over three brothers on a motorcycle in Baldia Town, killing one and injuring two others.
In a separate incident, a motorcyclist was critically injured near Korangi Singer Chowrangi after being hit by a tanker.
These accidents highlight the growing concerns over road safety in Karachi, as heavy traffic and reckless driving continue to claim lives.
Authorities are urged to take stricter measures to prevent such incidents and ensure safer roads for commuters.
Karachi traffic police to monitor dumpers’ speed using trackers
Before this, the traffic police decided to install cameras and trackers in dumpers to monitor their speed and issue challans for overspeeding.
In an interview with, DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah stated that digital monitoring would help prevent traffic accidents, adding that the system will be extended to other heavy vehicles once it proves successful.
DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah has mandated the installation of front and back-view cameras in dumpers to help determine fault in case of accidents.
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