BUNER: A tragic traffic accident occurred in Tehsil Gagra, district Buner, where a passenger vehicle fell into a deep gorge at Babaji Kandao.
According to Rescue 1122 Buner, 5 people were killed and 16 others were injured in the accident. Rescue 1122 confirmed that all 5 people who died in the accident are women.The passenger vehicle was going from Nowshera to Pir Baba when it met with an accident at Babaji Kandao Totyano Mor.
As soon as the accident was reported, Rescue 1122 teams were dispatched to the spot. Rescue officials shifted the injured to DHQ Hospital Buner.The passenger vehicle was carrying devotees who were coming from Nowshera to Pir Baba shrine when it lost control at a sharp turn and fell into the deep ravine.
Local people also participated in the rescue operation. The condition of some of the injured is stated to be critical. Further investigation into the cause of the accident is underway, however initial reports suggest brake failure or over-speeding on the hilly track may be the cause.
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