Synopsis
On April 13, a hit-and-run accident in Andhra Pradesh's Sri Sathya Sai district led to the tragic deaths of three women. The incident occurred on the Hindupur-Sire highway. The police are investigating the case as the vehicle responsible fled from the scene.Key Takeaways
- Three women were killed in a hit-and-run in Andhra Pradesh.
- The accident involved an auto-rickshaw and an unidentified vehicle.
- Eight additional individuals were injured in the incident.
- The victims were returning from a temple visit.
- Government officials have promised support to the victims' families.
Amaravati, April 13 (NationPress) - A horrific hit-and-run incident in Andhra Pradesh's Sri Sathya Sai district on Sunday resulted in the deaths of three women.
The tragic accident took place when an unidentified vehicle collided with an auto-rickshaw on the Hindupur-Sire highway near Dhanapuram Cross in Parigi Mandal.
Following the collision, the vehicle fled the scene, causing the auto-rickshaw to veer off the road.
Sadly, three women lost their lives at the scene, while eight others sustained injuries in the incident. Those injured were promptly transported to a hospital in Hindupur.
The deceased have been identified as Alivelamma (45), Adi Lakshmamma (65), and Shakamma (60).
According to law enforcement, there were 14 individuals aboard the auto-rickshaw, who were returning from visiting the Kotipi Chawdeswari temple.
All victims were residents of Dodagatta in Roddam Mandal within the same district.
The police have initiated a case and are actively investigating to locate the vehicle responsible for the collision.
In response to the tragedy, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed his dismay over the accident. He extended his condolences to the families of the victims and assured them that the government would provide necessary support.
The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure that the injured receive top-notch medical treatment.
Minister for Medical and Health, Sathya Kumar Yadav, also conveyed his sorrow over the accident and instructed officials to prioritize the treatment of the injured at a government hospital in Hindupur.
He noted the unfortunate circumstance of the devotees suffering an accident while returning from the Kotipi Chawdeswari temple, offering his condolences to the families of the deceased and promising government support.
Transport Minister Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy similarly expressed his grief over the loss of three women in this road accident. He conveyed his sympathies to the bereaved families and urged officials to ensure that the injured receive the best possible care. He also encouraged students to adhere to traffic regulations to prevent such accidents in the future.
