A speeding vehicle collided with a three‑wheeled motorcycle on a major highway that links Kabul to eastern provinces, killing seven people and injuring two others, police said on Sunday. The crash occurred in the Mashli area of Qarghayi district, Laghman province, late on Saturday evening.
According to the provincial police office, the vehicle was traveling too fast when it struck the motorcycle, causing the riders and passengers to be thrown onto the road. Seven of the occupants died at the scene and two others sustained injuries that required emergency treatment.
The dead and wounded were transported to Laghman's provincial hospital for further procedures. Police investigators are now reviewing the incident and will determine the exact cause of the crash. No additional statements have been released by local officials or witnesses as the investigation continues.
Accident Location and Significance
The collision took place on a key route that connects the capital with Afghanistan’s eastern provinces, an area that has seen frequent traffic incidents. Local residents reported the crash shortly after it happened and called emergency services for assistance. Police have cordoned off the site while records are being gathered to ensure a thorough investigation.