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Remote-controlled car crashes into police van in Islamabad

A remote-controlled car crashed into a police van parked along the road at Islamabad’s D-Chowk after the steering reportedly went out of control. The driverless vehicle was operated by journalist Muhammad Aalijah, who pulled the handbrake but the car still hit the van. A video of the incident went viral on social media.
WHO: Muhammad Aalijah
WHAT: A remote-controlled car crashed into a police van after the steering went out of control.
WHEN: Reported Aug 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: D-Chowk, Islamabad
WHY: The incident was reportedly caused by a technical fault linked to an internet disruption.

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