A tragic road accident in Gorakhpur claimed two lives and left three others injured after a pickup truck collided with an e-rickshaw on Monday evening.
The incident occurred around 5 pm on Kharela Road in the Gida area of Sahajanwa. According to reports, the speeding pickup rammed into the e-rickshaw with force, causing severe injuries to five occupants.
Two victims, identified as Bechan Prajapati (75) and Shivkirat Singh (65), succumbed to their injuries. Their bodies have been sent to a medical college for post-mortem examination.
Three others injured in the accident are currently undergoing treatment at a hospital, where their condition is being closely monitored by doctors.
The pickup driver fled the scene immediately after the collision, turning the case into a hit-and-run. Police reached the spot soon after receiving information and initiated an investigation.
Authorities are scanning nearby CCTV footage to identify and trace the absconding driver. A video of the accident has also surfaced and is circulating on social media.
Further action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation.
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