Mob Torches Water Tanker in Karachi After Fatal Accident

On May 2, 2025, a tragic accident occurred in Karachi’s Korangi area when a water tanker struck a motorcycle, resulting in the death of Rehana, 48, and critically injuring her husband, Mushtaq, 52. The incident sparked public outrage, leading to an angry mob setting the tanker on fire. The driver fled the scene, and authorities are investigating the incident. Preliminary findings suggest reckless driving by the tanker driver, while the motorcyclist’s maneuver from the left side, a blind spot for heavy vehicles, may have contributed to the accident.