In Lasbela district, Balochistan, a police mobile from the SSP Lasbela squad was involved in an accident due to a tire burst near the Dubai Masjid, resulting in the deaths of five policemen and injuries to two others.
The vehicle was traveling from Dariji to Othal at the time of the accident. The deceased officers were from Bela and Othal.
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The injured and deceased were taken to the district hospital in Othal for treatment and necessary procedures.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi noted the incident and extended condolences to the families of the deceased, also wishing for the quick recovery of the injured officers.