Tragic Collision in Chatra Claims Life of 13-Year-Old Boy and Two Goats
A devastating road accident in Chatra district resulted in the death of a 13-year-old boy and two goats on Sunday. The incident occurred near Marangi village when the two-wheeler the boy was riding collided with a tractor.
Severe Impact Leads to On-Spot Fatality
Eyewitnesses reported that the collision was extremely severe, causing the boy, identified as Prem Kumar, to die instantly at the scene. Prem was reportedly carrying two goats in his vehicle, which also perished in the accident.
The young victim had traveled to his maternal grandmother's house in Marangi village to attend a wedding ceremony. The tragic event cut short his journey home.
Driver Flees, Police Launch Investigation
Following the collision, the tractor driver abandoned the vehicle and fled from the location. Police authorities have initiated a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Officer-in-charge Shiva Yadav of Giddhaur police station confirmed that the tractor is reportedly owned by Jitendra Saw, a resident of Pathalgada. Police officials declined to comment on the fact that the two-wheeler was being operated by an underage driver, focusing instead on their ongoing investigative procedures.
Family Seeks Compensation, Post-Mortem Conducted
The grieving family of Prem Kumar has demanded compensation from the government following their tragic loss. The victim's body was transported to Chatra Sadar Hospital for a post-mortem examination as part of standard investigative protocol.
This heartbreaking incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety in rural areas and raises questions about vehicle operation regulations. The police investigation continues as authorities work to locate the fleeing tractor driver and determine the exact sequence of events that led to this fatal collision.
