In a tragic incident, Inspector Yasir Arafat of the National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) was killed on the spot after a speeding truck slammed into him from behind while he was assisting at a traffic accident on the Hazara Motorway near Abbottabad.  According to the Motorway Police spokesman, Inspector Yasir Arafat was performing his duty by providing help at the scene of an earlier accident when the high-speed truck struck him.

The impact was so severe that he lost his life instantly.  Initial investigations suggest that the accident occurred due to the negligence and reckless driving of the truck driver.  Legal proceedings against the driver have been initiated.  The deceased inspector has left behind a grieving wife and four young children. 

Inspector General of Motorway Police, Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry, expressed profound sorrow and grief over the heartbreaking incident and paid tribute to the martyred officer for his dedication to duty.  Inspector Yasir Arafat sacrifice highlights the risks faced by law enforcement personnel while ensuring road safety on Pakistan motorways. 

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)