3 people died and 6 others were injured when a car collided with an e-rickshaw near Thithaula village on the Laksar-Roorkee road at around 6:00 PM on Sunday. The impact left the e-rickshaw badly damaged and briefly disrupted traffic on the route.
Residents helped police remove injured passengers from the wreckage. Emergency responders then took the injured people to hospital, where they were receiving treatment, according to the available information.
Police search for driver
The car driver reportedly left the vehicle at the crash site and escaped. Police took custody of the car and began searching for the driver. Investigators are examining how the 2 vehicles came into collision and are yet to establish the precise cause.
Police later cleared the damaged vehicles from the road, allowing traffic to resume. The investigation into the crash remains under way.
2 victims identified
Police identified 2 of the deceased as Arshad, 30, and Dilshad, 32, both residents of Milan Nagar in Dhandera. The third victim had not been identified when the report was prepared.
The bodies were taken into police custody and sent for -mortem examination. The 6 injured people remained under medical care.
Conclusion
The crash resulted in 3 deaths and 6 injuries near Thithaula. Police are continuing efforts to identify the third deceased person, locate the missing driver and determine the exact circumstances of the collision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the collision take place?
The crash occurred near Thithaula village on the Laksar-Roorkee road.
Q. When did the accident happen?
It took place on Sunday evening at around 6:00 PM.
Q. How many people died?
3 people died in the collision.
Q. How many people were injured?
6 people were injured and were receiving hospital treatment.
Q. Who were the identified victims?
Police identified 2 victims as Arshad, 30, and Dilshad, 32, residents of Milan Nagar in Dhandera.
Q. Was the third deceased person identified?
No. The third victim’s identity had not been established when the report was prepared.
Q. What happened to the car driver?
Police said the driver abandoned the car at the scene and fled. Officers took the vehicle into custody and began searching for the driver.
