A tragic M9 Motorway accident in Karachi claimed at least 13 lives and injured nine others on Friday. The collision occurred at Ansari Bridge near DHA City and involved multiple vehicles.
Police confirmed that an oil tanker and a passenger bus were among the vehicles involved. The crash caused the tanker to overturn, spreading a large quantity of oil on the motorway.
Rescue Operation Faced Major Challenges
According to officials, rescue workers avoided using electrical cutting tools due to the risk of fire. Instead, they manually cut apart the damaged vehicles to retrieve victims.
Dr Abdul Khaliq Pirzada, Malir SSP, stated that the oil tanker was heading toward Karachi while the passenger bus was travelling to Sanghar. Initial findings suggest the bus was moving in the wrong direction, leading to the collision.
Rescue 1122 spokesperson Hassaanul Haseeb Khan said four vehicles were involved:
- Oil tanker
- Passenger bus
- Passenger van
- Goods trailer
However, motorway police stated that the accident was triggered by a tyre burst in the oil tanker. Authorities are reviewing all evidence to determine the exact cause.
Sindh CM Orders Inquiry
Following the deadly crash, Murad Ali Shah, Chief Minister of Sindh, expressed deep sorrow and ordered an immediate inquiry. He directed officials to identify those responsible and ensure strict enforcement of traffic laws.
Ziaul Hassan Lanjar, Sindh Home Minister, also expressed grief and instructed authorities to provide the best medical care to the injured.
Meanwhile, Asif Ali Zardari conveyed condolences to the bereaved families. He prayed for the deceased and directed the Sindh government to ensure immediate and proper treatment for the injured.
Investigation Underway
Authorities have completed the rescue operation. Officials are now removing combustible material from the overturned tanker to prevent further hazards.
An inquiry will determine whether negligence, a tyre burst, or wrong-way driving caused the deadly M9 Motorway accident in Karachi.
FAQs
Where did the accident occur?
The accident happened on the M9 Motorway at Ansari Bridge near DHA City in Karachi.
How many vehicles were involved?
Four vehicles were involved: an oil tanker, passenger bus, van, and goods trailer.
What is the confirmed cause of the accident?
Police cited wrong-way driving by the bus, while motorway police mentioned a tyre burst in the tanker. The final cause will be determined after inquiry.
