Islamabad: A horrifying incident in Islamabad, Pakistan, has sparked outrage after a woman allegedly mowed down a traffic police officer following a heated argument. The disturbing encounter, captured on video, has gone viral on social media.Escalating tensions at toll plazaThe incident reportedly occurred at a toll plaza in Islamabad. According to social media reports, the woman was stopped for speeding and issued a challan (traffic ticket). This triggered an argument with the traffic cop, with the woman heard yelling in the video, Aapne mujhe tu kaise kaha (How can you say YOU to me).با اثر خاتون نے اوور سپیڈنگ پر روکنے اور چالان کرنے پر ٹریفک وارڈن پر گاڑی چڑھا دی۔ pic.twitter.com/ZSceOWSntT— Rubab Hayat (@shuglisam) April 22, 2024From argument to hit-and-runThe situation escalated quickly, with the woman becoming enraged. The video shows another officer attempting to block the car and prevent the woman from leaving. However, fueled by anger, the woman speeds up her vehicle and deliberately knocks down the traffic cop standing in front of it.While the woman claims in the video that the officer used abusive language, the footage appears to show the cop denying these accusations.Social media users thrash the womanFollowing the hit-and-run, the video depicts a police car chasing the fleeing woman. Fortunately, the injured traffic cop escaped serious injuries and was assisted by his colleague.The video, shared on social media with the caption The influential woman rammed the traffic warden for stopping and challaning her for over speeding, has garnered significant attention. Its been widely shared and viewed online, with reports claiming the woman was apprehended three months later.Legal action initiatedAuthorities have reportedly registered an FIR (First Information Report) against the woman. The Naseerabad police have filed charges for negligent driving and attempted murder.This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers while performing their duties. It also highlights the importance of responsible driving and respecting traffic regulations.
