Tragic Collision in Moradabad Claims Four Lives and Injures 14
Four killed, 14 injured as speeding dumper hits tractor-trolley in Moradabad
Hindustan Times
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A speeding dumper collided with a tractor-trolley carrying wedding guests on the Moradabad–Sambhal highway in Moradabad district, India, resulting in four fatalities and 14 injuries. The victims were returning from a pre-wedding ceremony when the accident occurred near the Asadpur culvert.
- 01Four people died in a collision involving a dumper and a tractor-trolley.
- 0214 others sustained injuries, with several in critical condition.
- 03The accident occurred on the Moradabad–Sambhal highway.
- 04The dumper driver fled the scene, prompting a police manhunt.
- 05Local authorities are conducting a detailed investigation into the incident.
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A tragic accident on Friday claimed the lives of four individuals and left 14 others injured when a speeding dumper collided with a tractor-trolley on the Moradabad–Sambhal highway in Moradabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India. The victims were returning from a pre-wedding ritual in Gurair village when the dumper, loaded with soil, struck their vehicle near the Asadpur culvert. The deceased have been identified as Shanti Devi (55), Suman Singh (30), Ajit Singh (13), and Shristi (8). Local residents and police quickly responded to the scene, transporting the injured to a district hospital, where several are reported to be in critical condition. The dumper driver fled the scene, and police have initiated a manhunt to apprehend him. Superintendent of Police (Rural) Kunwar Akash Singh visited the hospital to monitor the injured and confirmed that a thorough investigation is underway.
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This tragic event has deeply affected the local community, particularly those connected to the victims and the wedding festivities.
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