Six individuals tragically lost their lives when a speeding truck struck them on the Yamuna Expressway near Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, in the early hours of Saturday. The incident, which occurred near Milestone 88 under the Surir Police Station’s jurisdiction, also resulted in one person sustaining serious injuries and receiving treatment at a nearby hospital.
Reports indicate that the victims were passengers on a bus traveling from Delhi to Kanpur. The bus had made a brief stop along the expressway when the truck driver, allegedly losing control, collided with the passengers who had disembarked from the bus.
Authorities responded promptly to the scene upon notification, commencing rescue operations. The injured individual, identified as Amar Dubey, was promptly taken to a nearby hospital for medical care, with authorities launching a thorough investigation into the incident.
Among the deceased are Sonu from Auraiya, Devesh from Basti, Aslam from Kannauj, and Santosh from Prem Nagar, Delhi. Efforts are ongoing to identify the remaining victims as investigations continue.
Mathura Senior Superintendent of Police Shlok Kumar informed, “At around 2:45 a.m. near Milestone 88, a bus en route from Delhi to rural Kanpur had stopped for a break. As passengers alighted for a quick stop, a tragic accident unfolded, resulting in six fatalities and one injury.”
District Magistrate C.P. Singh condemned the incident, attributing it to the driver’s negligence. He stated, “Due to the driver’s irresponsibility, six individuals lost their lives on the spot, with one person injured but now stable after treatment. Stringent action will be taken against those accountable.”
An eyewitness described the chaotic moment, recounting, “I was taken aback by the sudden turn of events. As passengers disembarked for a break, the truck collided with the bus, causing panic among everyone present.”
Authorities have notified the families of the deceased, with a case registered by the police to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. Further updates are anticipated as the inquiry progresses.
