A tragic incident occurred on New Year’s Eve in Karachi. An alleged drunk traffic warden drove a vehicle that struck and killed a man near Ocean Mall. This incident has drawn significant attention on social media and raised concerns over drunk driving and the behavior of law enforcement officers.
The Fatal Accident
On the night of December 31st, the victim was struck by a vehicle driven by a traffic warden near Ocean Mall in Karachi. The warden’s vehicle hit the victim from behind, causing fatal injuries. The man died on the spot due to the trauma.
Eyewitnesses and Social Media Reaction
Bystanders quickly surrounded the warden’s vehicle and began recording the incident. In videos shared on social media, witnesses pointed out the warden’s unsteady behavior and slurred speech. These signs led many to believe he was driving under the influence of alcohol. Despite the allegations, the warden denied being drunk and tried to snatch the phone from a person recording the scene. The crowd, however, managed to capture the vehicle’s number plate, ensuring authorities could trace it.
Other Alleged Drunk Driving Incidents in Karachi
This incident is not an isolated case. On the same night, the son of DIG Rapid Response Force Azfar Mahesar was involved in another alleged drunk driving incident. His car hit a woman in the Garden area of Karachi, causing serious injuries. According to police, the man was intoxicated at the time. When a crowd surrounded his vehicle, his armed personnel allegedly fired shots to disperse them.
The alleged drunk traffic warden killing a man and the other reported drunk driving incident in Karachi raise serious concerns. These incidents highlight the need for stronger enforcement of road safety laws. As Karachi begins a new year, citizens hope for greater accountability for law enforcement officers and more efforts to prevent drunk driving.
