A tragic hit-and-run incident on National Highway 31 in Bihar's Khagaria district has claimed the lives of two young men. The fatal collision occurred on Monday night, leaving the local community in shock.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The accident took place near Jalim Tola, within the jurisdiction of the Mansi police station area. Aniket Kumar, aged 22, and Priyanshu Kumar were traveling on a motorcycle when they were struck by an unidentified vehicle. The impact was so severe that both riders died on the spot.
According to Mansi police station SHO Deepak Kumar, the victims were residents of Chak Hussaini village. They were on their way from their village to Khagaria town when the tragedy unfolded. The police have launched a search to trace the vehicle responsible for the collision, which fled the scene after the accident.
Victims Identified, Postmortem Ordered
The deceased have been formally identified. Aniket Kumar was the son of Dharnidhar Ram, while Priyanshu Kumar was the son of Balram Yadav. Following the necessary procedures at the accident site, the police sent the bodies to the sadar hospital for postmortem examination.
This standard legal procedure is crucial for documenting the exact cause of death and may provide evidence for the ongoing investigation into the hit-and-run.
Ongoing Investigation and Road Safety Concerns
The Mansi police are actively investigating the case. The primary challenge is identifying the vehicle that caused the accident, as no description was available immediately after the incident. Such hit-and-run cases on busy national highways like NH-31 highlight persistent road safety issues.
This heartbreaking event serves as a grim reminder of the dangers on Indian roads, especially for two-wheeler riders sharing space with larger, faster vehicles. It underscores the critical need for:
- Stricter enforcement of traffic rules on highways.
- Increased public awareness on responsible driving.
- Prompt reporting of accidents by witnesses.
The local community mourns the loss of the two young men, and the police continue their efforts to bring the perpetrator to justice.
