Five people, including a groom, were killed in a devastating collision between a speedy truck and a car in Jamrud, a subdivision of Khyber district, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Sunday.
According to the report, the groom was being brought home from a beauty parlour by four friends after preparations for his wedding when the vehicle carrying them collided with a truck, leaving all occupants dead on the spot.
Two brothers were among those who lost their lives, and all the victims belonged to the same locality.
Residents described scenes of profound grief as news of the accident spread across the area, with families and neighbours gathering in mourning over what had been expected to be a day of celebration.
The latest tragedy comes less than two weeks after another fatal incident marred a wedding ceremony in Jamrud’s Sur Kamar area.
On December 27, 2025, aerial firing during the festivities resulted in the death of the groom, identified as Asad, and injuries to two others. Witnesses said jubilant gunfire had been taking place when a stray bullet struck Asad, killing him instantly.
The deceased groom was said to be a resident of Afghanistan, while the injured were taken to Jamrud Civil Hospital for treatment.
The back-to-back tragedies have once again drawn attention to road safety concerns and the persistent issue of celebratory gunfire in the region, both of which continue to claim lives during occasions meant for joy.
Reporter: Jahanzaib Afridi