Family Tragedy on Rewa Highway as Speeding Truck Claims Mother's Life
A devastating road accident near Majhigawan village in Rewa district resulted in the death of a woman and left her husband and two young daughters with serious injuries on Friday. The incident occurred under the jurisdiction of the Sagra police station, casting a shadow of grief over the local community.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The victims were identified as 38-year-old Pramila Patel, her husband Bharat Patel, and their two daughters. The family was traveling together on a single motorcycle when a truck, approaching from the opposite direction, violently collided with their vehicle near the Sagra turn. The impact was so severe that all four occupants were thrown onto the road, sustaining critical injuries in the process.
Eyewitnesses and local residents immediately alerted the police and emergency medical services upon witnessing the horrific scene. Despite rapid response efforts, Pramila Patel succumbed to her injuries at the accident site, marking a heartbreaking loss for her family.
Critical Condition of Survivors and Medical Response
Bharat Patel and both daughters were rushed to Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Rewa for urgent medical attention. Hospital authorities reported that Bharat's condition remains critical, requiring intensive care and monitoring. The two children are currently undergoing treatment for their injuries, with medical staff working diligently to stabilize their conditions.
The swift action of local responders in transporting the injured to the hospital may prove crucial in their recovery, though the family faces a long and difficult road ahead both physically and emotionally.
Police Investigation and Driver's Escape
In a troubling development following the collision, the truck driver fled the scene immediately after the accident, abandoning the vehicle and leaving the injured family without assistance. Police authorities have since seized the truck and launched an extensive search operation to locate and apprehend the driver.
Preliminary investigations conducted by the Sagra police station indicate that overspeeding and apparent negligence were likely contributing factors to this tragic incident. The investigation continues as authorities piece together the exact sequence of events that led to this family's devastation.
This accident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by reckless driving on Indian roads, particularly involving large commercial vehicles sharing space with vulnerable motorcycle riders. The community mourns the loss of Pramila Patel while praying for the recovery of her surviving family members.
