Milkman killed in Kanpur road accident; family protests
A 35-year-old milkman died instantly after a speeding DCM truck collided with his motorcycle in Ghatampur, Kanpur.
A tragic road accident in Kanpur's Ghatampur area has claimed the life of a 35-year-old milkman, sparking intense protests by his grieving family and local villagers.
The victim, identified as Rajkumar and son of Manoj Yadav, died instantly following a violent collision on Tuesday. The incident has left his young children orphaned, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Fatal collision near Kali Mata Temple
The accident occurred while Rajkumar was traveling on his motorcycle toward Ratanpur village to collect milk for his livelihood. As he reached the vicinity of the Kali Mata Temple, a speeding DCM truck traveling from Ghatampur toward Gajner struck his motorcycle with immense force.
The impact of the collision was so devastating that Rajkumar died on the spot. Following the crash, the truck driver abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene, leaving the victim dead on the road.
Family left in grief and protest
The sudden death of the breadwinner has left a massive void in his family. Rajkumar is survived by his 11-year-old son, Aarush, and his 6-year-old daughter, Navya.
Upon hearing the news, agitated family members and local villagers gathered at the site to hold a road blockade. The protesters demanded immediate legal action against the responsible parties and justice for the deceased.
Police investigation underway
Station House Officer Manoj Kumar Bhadauria arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported to manage the situation and coordinate with the protesters. The police have successfully seized the DCM truck involved in the accident.
Authorities confirmed that a manhunt is currently underway to track down and apprehend the absconding driver. The victim's body has been taken into police custody to facilitate further legal proceedings and post-mortem formalities.