LEGAL
Two separate and tragic road accidents in Swat and Shikarpur have claimed the lives of 16 people today, leaving several others injured.
Swat: Ravine Accident Near Malam Jabba
In a horrific incident in the mountainous terrain of Swat, a passenger vehicle plunged into a deep gorge, resulting in 11 deaths and five injuries.
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The Route: The vehicle was traveling from Sair Telegram toward Guna Jayer in the Malam Jabba region.
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The Crash: Near Guna Jayer, the driver lost control, causing the car to fall into a steep ravine.
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Victims: Rescue officials confirmed that the deceased and injured include women and children. Local volunteers and rescue teams recovered the bodies and shifted the survivors to Saidu Sharif Teaching Hospital.
Shikarpur: Wedding Bus Crash
Meanwhile, a celebratory occasion turned into a tragedy in Shikarpur when a bus carrying a wedding party (Barat) overturned.
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Casualties: At least 5 people lost their lives in the accident.
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Response: Local residents and emergency teams reached the site to assist the victims. Early reports suggest the bus overturned due to overspeeding or a sharp turn on the highway.