Bihar: Pickup Van Collides with Electric Pole, Injuring 12 Devotees in Buxar
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Synopsis
A serious incident occurred in Bihar's Buxar district where a pickup van crashed into an electric pole, injuring 12 devotees, including three children. The victims were returning from the Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj. Authorities are investigating the cause, which may involve the driver dozing off momentarily.
Key Takeaways
- 12 devotees injured in accident.
- Driver might have briefly dozed off.
- Incident occurred in Buxar district.
- Injured transported to Sadar Hospital.
- Investigation ongoing by local police.
Patna, Feb 3 (NationPress) A total of 12 devotees sustained injuries on Monday when a pickup van they were in crashed into an electric pole in the Buxar district of Bihar, according to police reports.
Among those injured, three were minor children.
The incident took place around 3 a.m. on Monday in Rampur village, falling under the jurisdiction of the Chausa police station.
The injured individuals were quickly transported to the Primary Health Centre in Chausa block, where five of them were later referred to the Sadar Hospital for more advanced treatment.
The devotees, hailing from Chhapra in Saran district, were returning from Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh after participating in the Maha Kumbh at the Triveni Sangam when the accident occurred.
While the precise cause of the crash is still being investigated, preliminary reports indicate that the driver might have dozed off briefly, resulting in the collision.
The police are conducting a thorough inquiry into the incident.
Local residents reported hearing a loud noise that alerted them to the crash, and upon their arrival, they found the vehicle significantly damaged, with passengers calling for assistance.
The pickup van had crashed into an electric pole in Rampur village.
Residents promptly contacted the Dial 112 emergency response team, which arrived swiftly, and with the aid of locals, transported the injured to the Chausa Primary Health Centre.
Among the injured, seven individuals, including three children, suffered minor injuries, while five were sent to the Sadar Hospital for enhanced medical care.
The Station House Officer of Chausa police station confirmed the events, stating, "As soon as we were informed, our team reached the location and ensured that all injured parties received medical care."
Doctors at the Sadar Hospital have reported that all victims are currently out of danger but remain under close medical observation.
If required, the victims could be referred to a higher medical facility for specialized treatment, they noted.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the accident, with initial suspicions focusing on the driver potentially falling asleep.
