lucknow: In a harrowing incident on Saturday night, eight individuals lost their lives in a car-truck collision in Uttar Pradesh, as reported by authorities. The fatal accident occurred due to a burst tire, leading to a collision with a dumper carrying sand and gravel from Kichha in Uttarakhand.
The collision resulted in a massive explosion, causing both vehicles to erupt into flames. Despite the prompt response of the police and fire brigade, the car, locked from the inside, became an unfortunate inferno, claiming the lives of all passengers trapped within.
The victims, who were on their way from Bareilly to Baheri, met with this tragic fate during their journey. The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) confirmed the unfortunate demise of all occupants in the car, including a child.
Upon receiving information about the incident, the police reached the scene and took control of the situation, while the fire brigade worked to extinguish the blaze. The bodies have been retrieved, and post-mortem procedures are underway.
