A tragic road accident in Faridabad claimed the lives of three family members after they were struck by a speeding truck while walking towards the highway.
Key Points
- A speeding truck killed three members of a family in the IMT area of Faridabad.
- The victims were walking towards the highway from an auto rickshaw stand when the accident occurred.
- The truck driver fled the scene, and police have registered an FIR.
- The deceased have been identified as Kashiram, his wife Angoori, and their son Vishal.
Three members of a family were killed after a speeding truck hit them in the IMT area early Monday morning, police said.
The deceased, identified as Kashiram (44), a resident of Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, his wife Angoori (39), and 16-year-old son, Vishal were walking towards the highway from an auto rickshaw stand when the incident happened, according to police.
Police Investigate Fatal Faridabad Truck Accident
The truck driver managed to flee the spot with his vehicle. An FIR has been registered, police said.
Vishal worked as a labourer in the IMT area, and the family lived in a rented house nearby.
Family's Journey Home Ends In Tragedy
Ghanshyam, brother-in-law of Kashiram, said that the three family members were leaving for their native village.
"I dropped them off at the auto stand. As they approached the highway, a truck coming from behind struck Kashiram, his wife and son. Kashiram died on the spot in the accident, while his wife and son were seriously injured. Both died after being taken to the hospital," Ghanshyam said in his complaint.
Search Underway For Fleeing Truck Driver
"An FIR has been filed against the truck driver and a search is underway. The accused driver will be arrested soon," the Faridabad police spokesperson said.
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