Three Killed Instantly As Container Truck Overturns On Car In Dehradun, Child Miraculously Escapes

By Sunil Negi, Editor UKnationnews
Dehradun

Three persons sitting in a car died instantaneously after a huge truck loaded with material and pharmaceutical products overturned and fell on the car in Dehradun.

The horrific accident took place when the container truck lost control and overturned, crushing the car completely under its weight. All three occupants of the car died on the spot.

In a miraculous escape, one child travelling in the car survived the accident, it is learnt from sources. The child was rescued from the wreckage and rushed for medical attention.

Local police and rescue teams reached the spot and launched rescue operations. The bodies were taken out after strenuous efforts with the help of cranes and cutters. The traffic on the route was disrupted for several hours due to the accident.

The cause of the accident is yet to be ascertained. Police have started investigation and are trying to find out whether the truck driver lost control due to overspeeding, brake failure or any other reason.

Further details including the identity of the deceased and the exact location of the accident in Dehradun are awaited.