Pakistani Dumper Driver tries to Run Over Bystanders

A dumper driver in Karachi’s Nazimabad No. 1 area attempted to flee the scene after ramming into a car on February 12, 2025.

The driver’s reckless attempt to escape by running over bystanders sparked outrage.

Fortunately, no one was harmed, but the incident highlighted the ongoing crisis of heavy vehicle accidents in the city.

Eyewitnesses reported that as soon as the dumper hit the car, the driver was left injured.

When bystanders rushed to the scene and demanded the dumper driver step out, he tried to escape by driving through the crowd.

His desperate move could have led to severe casualties, but the onlookers managed to get out of the way in time.

Public frustration over dumper-related accidents in Karachi has been growing, with political parties and citizens repeatedly calling for stricter regulations.

Reports indicate that in just two months, at least 100 people have died in accidents involving heavy traffic.

Residents complained that reckless dumper drivers operate at unregulated hours, causing frequent mishaps.

The issue has also led to violent protests. In a recent turn of events, citizens set several dumper trucks on fire after deadly road accidents.

Their actions prompted Karachi police to arrest MQM-H Chairman Afaq Ahmed.

Police claimed his statements had incited the public to attack and burn heavy vehicles operating during restricted hours.

The Dumper and Oil Tankers Association expressed gratitude to the Sindh police and government for taking action against those responsible for such acts.

Despite the growing number of fatal crashes, heavy vehicles continue to operate on city roads during peak hours.

Authorities argued that dumpers and trucks are crucial for Karachi’s development projects.

However, the rising death toll has pushed the Sindh government to impose new restrictions.

An emergency meeting led by Chief Secretary Asif Hyder Shah was held, attended by high-ranking police and transport officials.

It was decided that dumpers will now only be allowed to enter Karachi between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am.

This measure is intended to reduce road accidents, improve traffic management, and ensure public safety.

However, many Karachi residents remain sceptical about the enforcement of the new policy.

They fear that that leniency towards heavy vehicle operators will continue to put lives at risk.

A user said: “The police take money from these drivers and then release them.”

Another wrote: “This is what you get when crowds and angry mobs replace actual law and order.”