Tragic Ambulance Accident in Jaipur Claims Two Lives
A devastating road accident involving an ambulance resulted in the deaths of two brothers in Jaipur on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred near Niwaru Road under the jurisdiction of the Kardhani police station, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Fatal Crash
According to police reports, the ambulance was transporting a cardiac patient from a private hospital in Chomu to a medical facility in Mansarovar for urgent treatment. ASI Raghu Nandan from the accident investigation unit (west) confirmed that the vehicle skidded and overturned, likely due to excessive speed. This tragic event highlights the critical importance of road safety during emergency medical transfers.
Victims Identified as Brothers from Jhunjhunu
The deceased have been identified as Sirajuddin (67), the cardiac patient, and his brother Firoz Ali (50). Both were residents of Udaipurwati in Jhunjhunu district. The brothers sustained critical injuries in the crash and were pronounced dead during treatment at the hospital.
Multiple Injuries Reported in the Accident
In addition to the two fatalities, four other individuals were injured in the accident. The injured included the ambulance driver, a compounder, and a relative of the patients. This multi-casualty incident underscores the broader impact of such road accidents on families and medical personnel.
Family Members Discover the Overturned Ambulance
A family member provided chilling details about the discovery of the accident scene. "Relatives traveling in another vehicle were delayed due to traffic congestion. When they finally reached the Niwaru Road stretch, they were horrified to find the ambulance overturned," the family member recounted. This delayed arrival added to the tragedy of the situation.
Investigation and Community Response
Police authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Initial findings suggest speeding as a possible cause, but officials are examining all factors that may have contributed to this fatal crash. The incident has raised concerns about ambulance safety protocols and emergency response coordination in the region.
The local community in Jaipur has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the two brothers, with many calling for improved road safety measures and better emergency medical transportation systems to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
