How Did Four Bomb Squad Cops Lose Their Lives in MP's Sagar?
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Bhopal/Morena, Dec 10 (NationPress) In a tragic incident on the fog-laden segment of National Highway 44, four members of the Bomb Disposal Squad from Madhya Pradesh Police tragically perished, while another is fighting for his life after their vehicle collided head-on with a speeding container truck in Sagar district.
The devastating accident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, around 4 a.m., between Bandri and Malthone. The police team was returning to Morena after a strenuous anti-Naxal operation.
The impact was so severe that the police vehicle was almost unrecognizable, offering little hope for survival for those inside. The only survivor, Constable Rajiv Chauhan, is now battling multiple serious injuries and was rushed to Bansal Hospital in Bhopal, where his condition is reported to be critical.
The deceased have been named as Constable Pradhuman Dixit, Constable Aman Kaurav, driver Paramlal Tomar, all hailing from Morena district, and dog master Vinod Sharma from neighboring Bhind district.
In a remarkable twist, the bomb squad's dog traveling with them emerged from the wreckage completely unscathed.
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav expressed his sorrow on social media, stating, “The loss of four policemen in a tragic road accident while returning from an anti-Naxal operation is truly heart-wrenching.” He extended condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the recovery of the injured.
Initial police reports suggest that the container truck was speeding and the driver may have lost control. The driver fled the scene, leaving the truck behind. Authorities have initiated a manhunt and registered a case against the driver.
Local police and senior administration officials were present during the rescue efforts. The bodies of the four fallen officers have been sent for post-mortem examination, and investigations are ongoing to determine the exact causes of the tragic accident, as the police community mourns the loss of their brave colleagues.