GUWAHATI: A fatal collision between a medium goods carrier and an autorickshaw on Saukuchi Road on Friday night has resulted in one death and left minors critically injured. The accident was reported around 8:30 p.m.
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According to eyewitnesses, the goods carrier, reportedly speeding, struck the autorickshaw carrying minors. "There were three people in the goods carrier. One tried to flee, but locals apprehended another, while the third individual was fatally injured during his escape attempt," a resident told GPlus.
The minors travelling in the autorickshaw suffered severe injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment.
A traffic official from Basistha Police Station confirmed the incident, stating, “The locals managed to detain one individual involved. We are investigating the situation."
Further details regarding the accident and the condition of the injured passengers are awaited as authorities continue their probe.
