A tragic hit-and-run incident on a national highway in Jharkhand has claimed the life of a young cyclist. The victim, identified as Dilip Kumar (30), was returning home when a speeding vehicle struck him, leading to his instantaneous death.
Details of the Fatal Accident
The accident occurred at Chhattarpur village on the Garhwa-Nagar Untari NH-39. According to family members, Dilip Kumar, a resident of Kalyanpur village under the Garhwa police station limits, had gone to Chhattarpur village for some work on Sunday. He was cycling back home when the devastating collision took place.
A speeding pick-up van rammed into his bicycle with immense force. The impact was so severe that the young man died on the spot, leaving his family and community in profound shock. The driver of the van did not stop to help or report the incident, fleeing the scene instead.
Police Investigation and Probe
Upon receiving information about the tragic event, local police personnel swiftly arrived at the accident site. Garhwa police station officer-in-charge Sunil Kumar Tiwari confirmed the details and stated that an investigation is actively underway.
"A probe is on to trace the pick-up van involved in the hit-and-run case," Tiwari said. The police are examining all available evidence and leads to identify and apprehend the driver responsible for this reckless act that resulted in a loss of life.
Community Mourning and Road Safety Concerns
The sudden demise of Dilip Kumar has plunged his family and the residents of Kalyanpur village into mourning. The incident has also highlighted the persistent issue of road safety on busy national highways, especially for vulnerable road users like cyclists and pedestrians.
This hit-and-run case on NH-39 underscores the critical need for stricter enforcement of speed limits and heightened accountability for drivers. It serves as a grim reminder of the consequences of negligent driving and the importance of immediate assistance in the aftermath of an accident.
