A 28-year-old driver lost his life after his right arm was severed in a head-on collision between two trucks at Sanghri valley in Chatra district on Saturday. The accident caused a major traffic disruption that lasted for several hours.
Victim Identified
The deceased was identified as Sunil Kumar Yadav, a resident of Gauswan village in Bihar's Gaya district. According to family members, Yadav was transporting coal from the Magadh project area in Tandwa to Uttar Pradesh.
How the Accident Happened
As his truck neared Sanghri valley, a speeding truck from the opposite direction rammed into his vehicle. The impact overturned Sunil's truck, trapping him inside the mangled cabin. His right arm was severed in the crash, and he also suffered grievous head injuries. The driver of the other truck fled the scene immediately after the accident.
Rescue and Medical Response
Sunil's younger brother, Vikas Yadav, stated that locals and police rescued him from the wreckage and rushed him to Chatra Sadar Hospital. "Due to his critical condition, doctors referred him to Magadh Medical College, Gaya, but he died on the way," he added.
Traffic Disruption and Police Action
The accident left vehicles stranded on both sides of Sanghri valley, severely affecting traffic movement. Sadar police reached the spot and deployed a crane to remove the damaged trucks from the road.
OC of Sadar police station, Awadhesh Kumar Singh, said, "Vehicular movement resumed after the wreckage was cleared. After the postmortem examination, the body was handed over to his family. Further probe is on."
About the Author
Vishvendu Jaipuriar covers Hazaribag and Chatra districts, focusing on crime, politics, and human interest stories. He has covered programs of prominent national and regional leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their visits to the region. He also covered the NEET-UG 2024 paper leak case in depth, with a focus on Hazaribag as a key epicenter.
