Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Jaipur Accident: At Least 12 Dead As Speeding Truck Rams Into Vehicles, Many Injured


(MENAFN- Live Mint) At least 12 people died and 12 others were left injured as a dumper truck rammed into several vehicles in the Lohamandi area of Harmada in Jaipur, officials said on Monday.

CCTV footage of the incident shows the speeding truck hitting several vehicles, including bikes, and then overturning from the impact.

The tragic incident took place under the Harmada Police Station limits in Jaipur.

According to police, the trolley overturned in the Loha Mandi area, leading to multiple casualties.

Jaipur Police Commissioner Sachin Mittal however told ANI that 10 deaths were reported.

“Ten casualties have been reported. We are currently collecting details of the injured,” he said.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed shock at the incident and condoled the families of the deceased.

“The road accident that occurred in the Lohamandi area of Harmada in Jaipur, resulting in loss of life, is extremely tragic and heart-wrenching. The concerned authorities have been directed to ensure proper treatment for the injured,” he said in a post on X.

“We pray to God to grant place to the departed souls in His eternal abode and bestow strength upon the bereaved families to endure this devastating blow,” Sharma added.

(This is a developing story. Check back for updates)

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