Indore Woman Dies After Being Struck by Speeding Bus in Rau Area
A tragic incident unfolded in Indore on Tuesday when a woman lost her life after being hit by a speeding bus. The accident occurred in the Rau area, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Bus Driver Escapes After Fatal Collision
Local residents reacted quickly to the scene, stopping the bus immediately after the impact. Despite their efforts, the driver managed to escape from the location. This prompted the police to launch an urgent search operation to track down the absconding driver.
Rau police officials identified the deceased woman as Vidya, a resident of Rau. She had left her home with a specific purpose that morning.
Victim Was on Essential Errand When Tragedy Struck
Vidya had gone out to collect ration supplies for her household. She was heading toward the control shop when the accident happened. While crossing the road near the police station area, the speeding bus struck her with tremendous force.
The impact caused critical injuries that proved fatal instantly. There was no chance for medical intervention to save her life at the scene.
Police Investigation Underway with Multiple Avenues
Following the tragic event, authorities moved the body to the district hospital for a postmortem examination. Police have registered a formal case regarding the incident.
Investigators are now examining CCTV footage from surrounding areas. They hope this visual evidence will help trace both the absconding driver and the bus involved in the fatal accident.
Family Faces Compounded Tragedy
This accident has plunged an already struggling family into deeper hardship. Vidya's husband passed away approximately twelve years ago due to illness. Her only son, Rakesh, lost his life during the Covid pandemic period.
Vidya leaves behind her daughter-in-law and a fifteen-year-old grandson. The daughter-in-law currently works at a private firm to support the family financially. This latest tragedy adds another layer of difficulty to their challenging circumstances.
The local community remains shaken by the incident, calling for better road safety measures in the area.
