A tragic road accident claimed the life of a young student in Patna on Tuesday, highlighting the persistent dangers of speeding vehicles on Bihar's roads. The victim, a Class VII student, was fatally struck by a truck while riding his bicycle.
Details of the Fatal Incident
The victim has been identified as Ayush Kumar, aged 12, a resident of Khedalpura village. The accident occurred near Shrirampur village on the Bihta-Shivala Road. According to initial reports, Ayush was cycling when a speeding truck hit him. The impact was severe, and the young boy succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Public Outrage and Police Action
Following the horrific incident, local residents who witnessed the event were filled with anger. They managed to apprehend the truck driver at the scene. The enraged crowd then assaulted the driver before he could flee. Subsequently, the locals handed the driver over to the authorities.
The Bihta police responded promptly. They seized the offending truck involved in the accident as part of their investigation. The body of Ayush Kumar was sent to Danapur hospital for a postmortem examination to formally determine the cause of death. Police have confirmed the arrest of the truck driver, and legal proceedings are underway.
A Grim Reminder of Road Safety
This heartbreaking event underscores the critical issue of road safety, especially near villages and on roads frequented by children. The death of a young student has sent shockwaves through the local community, raising urgent questions about traffic regulation and speed control on such routes. It serves as a grim reminder for drivers to exercise extreme caution in populated and rural areas to prevent such avoidable tragedies.
