Synopsis
A devastating road accident in Haryana claimed the lives of three people, including two Gujarat policemen from Ahmedabad's Ramol Police Station. The police team was en route to investigate a POCSO case when their vehicle collided with a truck. Investigations into the cause are underway.Key Takeaways
- Three killed in Haryana road accident.
- Victims include two policemen from Ahmedabad.
- Accident involved a Bolero vehicle and a stationary truck.
- Investigation launched by Haryana Police.
- PSI Solanki hospitalized with serious injuries.
Ahmedabad, March 26 (NationPress) In a tragic incident, three individuals, including two officers from the Ramol Police Station in Ahmedabad, lost their lives in a road accident near Dabwali, Haryana, as reported by officials on Wednesday.
The accident occurred when a government Bolero vehicle transporting the police team crashed into the rear of a truck on the Bharatmala Highway, close to a petrol station near Sakta Khera village.
The victims have been identified as police constable Sunil Gamit, Home Guard Ravindra, and the private driver of the vehicle, Kanu Bhai Bharwad.
PSI J.P. Solanki, who was also a part of the vehicle, suffered severe injuries and is currently receiving urgent medical treatment at a nearby hospital.
The police team was en route to Ludhiana, Punjab, to look into a POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses) case when the unfortunate accident took place.
Initial reports suggest that the collision occurred due to the Bolero hitting a stationary truck.
Upon receiving news of the accident, senior officials, including the local Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), promptly traveled to Haryana to evaluate the situation and extend necessary support.
Meanwhile, an investigation into the cause of the accident has been initiated by Haryana Police.
This devastating event has left the Ahmedabad police force in shock. PSI Solanki is currently under intensive medical care, and updates regarding his condition are being awaited.
Senior officials have expressed their condolences to the families of the deceased and have promised all possible assistance. The investigation will also explore whether factors like driver fatigue played a role in the accident.
From 2013 to 2022, Gujarat has recorded 75,738 road accident fatalities, according to official data, placing it eighth among Indian states for such deaths during this timeframe.
However, a positive trend has emerged in Ahmedabad in 2024, with a noted decrease in road accidents and fatalities.
