A tragic accident shook Islamabad late Monday night, when a speeding white V8 Toyota Land Cruiser V8, driven by a 16-year-old boy, struck a scooter carrying two young women at Secretariat Chowk in the city’s Red Zone.
The victims, identified as Samreen Hussain (25) and Tabinda Batool (27), were returning home from work at Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) when their scooter was hit from behind. The collision destroyed the scooter instantly, and both women died from their injuries.
Police say the teen, named Muhammad Abuzar, was allegedly recording a video on social media just before the crash. He reportedly discarded his phone immediately after the collision. At the time of his arrest, he had neither a valid driving licence nor his national identity card.
A court has granted a four-day physical remand to allow investigators to collect evidence, including CCTV footage and the discarded mobile phone. The vehicle has also been impounded for inspection.
The incident has sparked public outrage, especially because the accused is reportedly linked to the judiciary. Many citizens are demanding strict justice to prevent a repeat of past incidents involving underage or privileged drivers.
This heartbreaking event highlights the urgent need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws, particularly regarding underage driving and distracted driving. It also serves as a brutal reminder of the dangers of reckless behaviour on the roads.
