Truck turns over on Swat Expressway: 15 dead, 8 injured in Malakand
Key Takeaways
- A truck carrying nomadic families overturned on the Swat Expressway in Malakand.
- The accident resulted in the deaths of 15 people and injuries to 8 others.
- The primary cause of the crash is attributed to the truck driver losing control due to overspeeding.
- The deceased and injured include men, women, and children.
- The victims were shifted to the District Headquarters Hospital in Batkhela.
A devastating incident took place on the Swat Expressway in the Malakand area when a truck carrying nomadic families overturned and fell into a deep ravine. Rescue sources confirmed that the accident was caused by the driver losing control, with DSP Noor-ul-Amin attributing the cause to overspeeding. Tragically, the crash resulted in the confirmed deaths of 15 individuals, encompassing men, women, and children. Furthermore, eight other people sustained injuries and are reported to be in critical condition. The injured and the deceased have been moved to the District Headquarters Hospital located in Batkhela for necessary medical attention and identification procedures. Initial reports indicate that the identities of those killed and wounded are still unknown.
