Woman dies after being struck by truck at Bareilly railway crossing
A 35-year-old woman died instantly after being hit by a speeding truck while waiting at a closed railway crossing in Uttar Pradesh.
A tragic accident claimed the life of a 35-year-old woman near the Patwai railway crossing in the Milak police station area of Rampur district on Thursday. The victim, identified as Geeta, was killed instantly when a speeding truck struck her while she was standing by the roadside.
Tragedy strikes during funeral journey
The incident occurred under harrowing circumstances. Geeta, a resident of Nathpura village within the Meerganj police station limits, was traveling with her family in an e-rickshaw. The family was en route to Kramcha village to attend the funeral of a relative when the accident unfolded.
As the e-rickshaw approached the Patwai railway crossing, the gates were closed to allow a train to pass. The vehicle was forced to come to a halt, and Geeta stepped out of the e-rickshaw to stand on the side of the road while waiting for the crossing to open.
Speeding truck causes instant death
While she was waiting on the roadside, a fast-moving truck lost control or failed to notice her, striking her with immense force. The impact was so severe that Geeta died on the spot, turning a journey of mourning into a scene of absolute chaos and grief.
The sudden collision caused immediate panic among bystanders and local residents, who rushed to the site. Local authorities were notified of the accident, and police officers arrived shortly after to manage the scene.
Police investigation and hospital handover
Upon arriving at the location, the police took possession of the deceased's body. Following standard procedure, the body was transported to a government hospital in the town for further formalities.
The victim's husband, Shiv Kumar, and other family members arrived at the hospital in a state of profound shock and devastation. The family, who were already grieving the loss of a relative, were left to grapple with the sudden and violent death of Geeta.