Tragic Road Accident Claims Woman's Life in Bokaro
A devastating road accident on National Highway 23 in Bokaro resulted in the immediate death of a 34-year-old woman and left her husband and two children with serious injuries. The tragic incident occurred on Friday evening under the jurisdiction of the Sector 12 police station, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The victim has been identified as Pushpa Devi, a resident of Sector 3 in Bokaro. According to preliminary reports, the accident took place around 5:30 PM near the Bari Cooperative area. Pushpa Devi was returning from her parents' home located in Baridih, within the Jaridih block of the district, when the family's motorcycle was allegedly struck by a speeding trailer.
Madan Kumar, a relative of the deceased, provided a harrowing account of the collision. "The trailer hit the bike with tremendous force, violently throwing all the riders onto the road," Kumar stated. "Pushpa died right there at the scene. Her husband, Rajesh Kumar, sustained grave injuries and has been admitted to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment."
Children Injured but Out of Danger
The couple's two children, who were also on the motorcycle at the time of impact, suffered injuries in the crash. Fortunately, medical authorities have confirmed that both children are now out of danger and are currently undergoing necessary medical care. The family's ordeal has highlighted the severe risks associated with highway travel, particularly for vulnerable road users like motorcyclists.
Public Outrage and Traffic Disruption
In the immediate aftermath of the tragedy, local residents blocked NH-23 to protest what they perceive as negligent driving and inadequate road safety measures. This spontaneous demonstration led to significant traffic congestion that persisted for several hours, disrupting vehicular movement along the crucial highway corridor.
A police inspector present at the accident site addressed the ongoing investigation. "Our teams are making concerted efforts to trace and apprehend the trailer driver, who fled the scene following the collision," the officer confirmed. The search operation continues as authorities work to bring the responsible party to justice.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and responsible driving practices on India's busy national highways.
