Khunti Horror: Speeding 18-Wheeler Mows Down Crowd, 7 Dead
Seven people, including women and children, were killed after a speeding 18-wheeler truck ploughed into a crowd in Jharkhand's Khunti district.
A night of helpfulness turned into a scene of absolute carnage in Jharkhand's Khunti district when a speeding 18-wheeler truck ploughed into a group of bystanders, killing seven people. The tragedy, which occurred on the night of Thursday, November 5, 2026, has left the local community in shock as a simple act of kindness led to a fatal disaster.
A Fatal Twist of Fate
The incident took place around 9:45 p.m. on the Karra-Torpa main road, specifically near the Jone-Ludru turn. The horror began when a scooter rider veered off the road and crashed into nearby bushes. In a gesture of community spirit, several local residents gathered at the spot to provide assistance to the stranded rider.
While the crowd was focused on helping the scooterist, an 18-wheel truck (registration number JH 02 AJ 1377) came barreling down the road at high speed. The driver lost control of the massive vehicle, which then rammed directly into the group of bystanders.
Heartbreaking Loss of Life
The impact was devastating. Khunti Superintendent of Police (SP) Rishabh Garg confirmed that six people died instantly at the scene. A seventh victim fought for their life at a hospital but eventually succumbed to the injuries.
The list of the deceased highlights the tragedy's toll on women and children. The victims have been identified as:
- Pako Devi
- Kasila Devi
- Manhu Devi
- Golu Kumar
- Anjali Kumari
- Tuti Kumari
- Saurabh Nayak (12 years old)
Among the seven dead, four were women and three were children. One other person, Khushbu Kumari, survived the collision but sustained injuries and is currently being treated at the Khunti Sadar Hospital.
Driver Flees; Intoxication Alleged
In the immediate aftermath of the crash, the truck driver and his assistant did not stay to help the victims. Instead, they abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene, leaving behind a trail of destruction.
Local residents who witnessed the horror have alleged that the driver was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the collision, which may have contributed to the loss of control of the heavy vehicle.
Police Action and Investigation
The Karra police station, which has jurisdiction over the area, has officially registered a case regarding the accident. Authorities are now working to track down the absconding driver and his assistant.
An investigation is currently underway to determine the exact sequence of events and to verify the allegations of intoxication that have surfaced from the local witnesses.