A devastating road accident on the Lakhtar-Viramgam Highway claimed the lives of seven people late Sunday night, after a speeding truck plowed into a group of pilgrims and a stranded driver.
Details of the Incident
The victims were part of a group traveling on foot from Gadhka village (Rajkot) to a temple in Dekawala. The tragedy occurred near Bhaskarpara as the pilgrims were navigating around a stationary dumper parked on the shoulder of the road for a tire change.
According to reports, a speeding truck struck the group from behind, hitting approximately ten people. The impact was catastrophic:
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Immediate Fatalities: Six pilgrims died instantly at the scene.
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Additional Fatality: The driver of the stationary dumper, who was also struck, succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Viramgam.
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Severity: Local authorities described the scene as gruesome, noting that the force of the collision necessitated the use of specialized tools to recover remains.
Emergency Response
Police arrived at the site shortly after being alerted by passers-by. While six victims were declared dead on arrival, the others involved in the collision were rushed to nearby medical facilities for urgent care.
Investigations into the speeding truck and the circumstances of the driver’s actions are currently ongoing.
