30 illegal motorcycle race groups operational in Karachi: report

• A race was held from Super Highway to Northern Bypass last morning.
  
• It was also revealed that the winning rider was given a prize of Rs 30,000 at the end of the race.
  
• According to rescue officials, several riders have been killed and injured.
  

KARACHI: Around 30 groups are active that organise illegal motorcycle races in different areas of Karachi, sources said on Monday.

On Sunday morning, a race was held from Super Highway to Northern Bypass. The winning rider was reportedly given a prize of Rs30,000.

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People ride motorcycles while standing, lying down and in various other dangerous styles.

According to rescue officials, several riders have been killed and injured.