A tragic road accident in Buxar district claimed the life of a 19-year-old youth and left two others seriously injured on Sunday. The incident occurred near Trilokpur Dera village on the Chausa-Kochas main road under the Rajpur police station jurisdiction when their motorcycle collided with a speeding truck.
Victims identified
The deceased was identified as Vikas Ram (19), son of Laldhar Ram, a resident of Trikalpur village. The injured youths — Arun Ram (18), son of Kamlesh Ram, and Pawan Ram (20), son of Pallu Ram — were immediately rushed to Rajpur Community Health Centre. After receiving primary treatment, both were referred to a higher medical facility due to the severity of their injuries.
Villagers protest, block road
Following the accident, angry villagers and relatives staged a protest by blocking the Chausa-Kochas main road. The protesters demanded adequate compensation for the victim’s family and the immediate arrest of the truck driver responsible for the collision. The road blockade resulted in long traffic jams on both sides of the route, disrupting vehicular movement for several hours.
Police respond
Upon receiving information, police personnel from Rajpur police station, along with additional forces, reached the spot and initiated efforts to pacify the protesters. Police officials held talks with the villagers to restore normal traffic movement. Rajpur SHO Srinivas Kumar stated that the police have identified the truck and its driver, and further action is underway to arrest the accused.
