BHIMBER (Kashmir English): A tragic accident took place in the major commercial hub of Samahni Sub-Division, Chowki, Bhimber, which has left the area in mourning.
According to details, the brakes of a dumper failed near the Flow Petrol Pump on the main highway of Jammu Chowki. After the brakes failed, the vehicle went out of control and rammed straight into the shops. This sudden incident spread panic in the market.
As a result of the accident, one person lost his life on the spot, for which the residents of the area have expressed deep sorrow and regret.
Earlier, a tragic car accident in Neelum Valley claimed the lives of six people, including five women and the driver, while one child remains missing. The incident occurred near Chilhana, at the entrance of Neelum Valley, late Thursday night.
According to the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Neelum, the vehicle was carrying seven passengers, including a child, when it veered off the road under unknown circumstances.
The car plunged into a deep ravine, resulting in the deaths of six individuals on the spot. The bodies have since been recovered by local rescue teams.
The missing child, believed to have been thrown from the vehicle during the crash, is still being searched for by rescue officials and local volunteers. The harsh terrain of Neelum Valley is making the search efforts more difficult.
Police sources confirmed that all the victims were residents of Muzaffarabad, Azad Kashmir. Authorities have contacted the families of the deceased and are facilitating the transport of the bodies for funeral arrangements.
