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Published 02 Sep, 2024 03:23pm

Yet another charge added against Karsaz driver

In the ongoing investigation of the Karsaz traffic accident in Karachi, an additional charge has been added against the woman driver, for driving under the influence.

The investigative police have included Section 100 of the Motor Vehicle Act, which addresses driving while intoxicated.

Reports revealed that Natasha had been using the dangerous drug “ice” (methamphetamine) while driving.

Following a medical examination, a case for drug-related offenses was registered against her, and Section 100 has now been incorporated into the FIR.

Furthermore, the investigating officer requested a 14-day extension from the court to submit the challan, but the court postponed the hearing.

Meanwhile, the woman driver suspect in the Karachi Karsaz road accident has been charged under the Prohibition of Narcotic Substances Act section 11. According to the FIR, filed by Sub-Inspector Rehan Khan, the driver was intoxicated during the incident. Medical tests confirmed her drug use, with blood and urine samples sent to the laboratory returning positive for methamphetamine.

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Methamphetamine is commonly known as ice, highlighting the serious implications of her alleged drug use during the accident.

On August 19, she drove a Land Cruiser while under the influence, running over several motorcyclists, including a father and daughter who tragically lost their lives. The incident also left five others injured and caused significant damage to multiple vehicles.

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