Five killed in Pangjur road crash

Five killed in Pangjur road crash

PANGJUR: Five people, including four women from the same family, were killed and two children were injured in a tragic road accident on Turbat Road in the Goran area of Pangjur, Balochistan, police said.

According to police, the accident occurred when two vehicles collided on the road, resulting in multiple casualties. The impact was severe, leaving five people dead while two children sustained injuries.

Police said four of the deceased were women belonging to the same family, while the fifth victim was a young man. The victims belonged to Prom Tehsil, and their deaths have caused grief among relatives and residents of the area.

Rescue personnel and local residents assisted after the collision and shifted the injured children for medical treatment. Their condition was not immediately available, while authorities continued to gather details about the incident.

Police have launched an inquiry into the crash to determine the exact circumstances that led to the collision. Officials are also expected to collect statements and examine other available evidence to establish whether speeding, negligence, road conditions or another factor contributed to the accident.

Road accidents remain a serious concern across Balochistan, particularly on major routes connecting remote districts and towns. Long travel distances, challenging road conditions and limited emergency facilities in some areas can increase the risks for motorists and passengers.

The latest incident has once again highlighted concerns over road safety in the province, with local communities frequently calling for improved road infrastructure, stricter traffic enforcement and better emergency response services.

Further details about the identities of the deceased and the condition of the injured children are awaited.