Tragic Car Crash Claims Three Young Lives in Narmadapuram District
A devastating accident late Friday night on the Itarsi-Pathrota road in Narmadapuram district resulted in the deaths of three young men after their speeding car lost control, crashed through a bridge railing, and plunged into a canal below.
Details of the Fatal Incident
According to police reports, the car was traveling from the Itarsi side when it suddenly swerved, violently rammed the bridge's protective railing, and fell into the canal. Eyewitnesses at the scene described a harrowing sight, claiming they saw the occupants desperately banging on the doors in a frantic attempt to escape as the vehicle began to sink into the water.
Immediate Response and Rescue Attempts
Local residents quickly alerted the authorities, prompting teams from both the Itarsi and Pathrota police stations to rush to the site. In a courageous act, a local youth immediately jumped into the canal after the crash to try and rescue the trapped occupants. However, the dangerous combination of deep water and a strong current forced him to abandon his valiant effort and retreat to safety.
With the car now fully submerged, the situation escalated, necessitating specialized intervention. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) was urgently called in from Narmadapuram to handle the complex recovery operation.
SDRF Operation and Tragic Discovery
After a grueling and nearly two-and-a-half-hour operation, the skilled SDRF team successfully managed to retrieve the vehicle from the canal. Upon opening the doors, rescue personnel made the heartbreaking discovery: all three occupants were found dead inside the car.
Police officials noted clear signs that the victims had struggled intensely to get out. "They appear to have tried breaking the windows, but could not escape," stated an officer involved in the investigation, highlighting the tragic circumstances of their final moments.
Identification of the Deceased and Legal Proceedings
The police have identified the three young men who lost their lives in this tragic accident:
- Shivam Tiwari, aged 25, a resident of Pathrota.
- Lucky Patel, aged 30, a resident of Raisalpur.
- Rajesh Chauhan, aged 20, a resident of Itarsi.
Authorities have registered a case regarding the incident, and further investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the accident and any contributing factors.
This tragic event underscores the critical importance of road safety and the swift response of emergency services in such dire situations.
