In a tragic incident late Tuesday night in Bihar’s East Champaran district, three men lost their lives when their speeding Scorpio SUV collided with a tree near Mahadeva on the Dhaka-Ghodsahan main road. The victims were en route to a wedding ceremony, turning a joyous journey into unimaginable sorrow.
Police reports indicate the accident occurred under Ghodsahan police station limits. The vehicle, carrying family members heading to a marriage hall, veered out of control while attempting to avoid an oncoming vehicle. The impact was devastating, leaving the Scorpio in pieces and claiming three lives on the spot.
The deceased have been identified as Vinod Prasad, his cousin Anil Prasad from Rajepur, and local deputy head Gajendra Das. They were traveling together to attend the wedding of Vinod’s son. One other person sustained injuries, though details remain unconfirmed.
Eyewitnesses described a horrific scene as locals rushed to extricate the trapped victims. Ghodsahan police arrived swiftly, transporting the bodies to the Sadar Hospital for postmortem. The driver fled the scene, prompting a police manhunt.
This heartbreaking accident underscores the persistent dangers of reckless driving on Bihar’s highways. As families grieve amid wedding preparations, authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the crash’s circumstances. Enhanced road safety measures are urgently needed to prevent such fatalities.