Speeding Truck Kills 16-Year-Old Girl in Aurangabad; Locals Block NH-139
A speeding Hyva truck crushed a 16-year-old girl on NH-139 in Aurangabad, Bihar, sparking violent protests and demands for compensation.
A tragic Aurangabad road accident has claimed the life of a 16-year-old girl, triggering massive protests and road blockades by local residents demanding justice and government compensation. The incident occurred on NH-139 near Hardata village, where a high-speed Hyva truck mowed down a motorcycle, leaving a family devastated.
The Fatal Collision
The victim, identified as Kajal Kumari, daughter of Rajkumar Chandravanshi from Maniyaradih village, was returning home after seeking medical treatment for an illness in Hariharganj. She was traveling on a motorcycle accompanied by her brother, Guddu Kumar, and her uncle, Nirbhay Kumar.
As they navigated the highway, a speeding Hyva truck struck their vehicle with such force that the motorcycle overturned. While her brother and uncle managed to survive the crash, Kajal was thrown onto the road and was crushed under the wheels of the heavy vehicle. In a cowardly act, the truck driver fled the scene immediately after the collision, leaving the injured and the deceased behind.
Outrage and Road Blockades
The death of the teenager sparked immediate fury among the local community. Family members and residents of the area converged on the highway, blocking traffic in protest. The atmosphere remained tense as protesters demanded that the government provide financial compensation to the grieving family.
Allegations of Reckless Driving
During the protest, locals raised serious concerns regarding the safety of the stretch of NH-139. They alleged that trucks loaded with dust and ballast frequently zoom through the area at perilous speeds. According to the protesters, drivers often ignore safety norms to increase their daily trip counts, turning the road into a death trap for pedestrians and motorcyclists.
Police Intervention and Investigation
Police personnel from the Amba station were deployed to the site to disperse the crowd and manage the traffic deadlock. Station House Officer Pawan Kumar arrived to negotiate with the protesters and restore order to the highway.
The authorities have confirmed that the body of the teenager was sent for a post-mortem examination before being handed over to her family for the final rites. A formal investigation has been launched to track down the absconding truck driver and the vehicle involved in the fatal crash.