Tragic Road Accident in Muzaffarpur Claims Lives of Father and Daughter
A heartbreaking road accident in the Sadar police station area of Muzaffarpur has resulted in the tragic deaths of a man and his teenage daughter. The incident occurred on Monday when a truck violently rammed into their motorcycle from behind, leading to fatal consequences for both riders.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The victims have been identified as Shrikant Rai (48) and his daughter Aastha Kumari (19), residents of the Maniyari area. According to preliminary reports, the father-daughter duo was returning home after completing some shopping when the catastrophic accident took place near Kachchi-Pakki Chowk.
The truck driver reportedly hit their motorcycle from the rear with significant force, causing both individuals to fall under the vehicle's wheels. The impact was so severe that it proved immediately fatal for both Shrikant Rai and his young daughter Aastha Kumari.
Immediate Response and Investigation
Alert locals who witnessed the horrific scene immediately notified the police authorities. Law enforcement officials quickly arrived at the accident site and arranged for the transportation of the bodies to the Sri Krishna Medical College and Hospital (SKMCH) for necessary postmortem procedures.
In a concerning development, the truck driver fled the scene immediately after the collision, abandoning his vehicle at the location. Police have since seized the truck as part of their ongoing investigation into this tragic incident.
Police Efforts to Identify the Responsible Party
Muzaffarpur police are actively pursuing multiple investigative avenues to identify and apprehend the fleeing driver. Authorities are currently examining available CCTV footage from the vicinity of Kachchi-Pakki Chowk and surrounding areas to trace the movements of the truck and identify the accused individual.
This tragic incident has once again highlighted the critical importance of road safety measures and responsible driving behavior on Indian highways and urban roads. The loss of two family members in a single accident has left the local community in mourning and raised serious questions about traffic enforcement and accident prevention mechanisms in the region.
