Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Four youths were crushed to death after a car carrying wedding guests crashed into an overloaded truck late at night in Indore on Sunday.
The incident took place in the Khudel area near Indore. Seven other people were seriously injured in the accident.
According to information, the incident happened when the wedding of Mohammad Arif had just taken place in Ashta. After the nikah ceremony, the bride and wedding guests were returning to Badwali Chowki in three to four vehicles.
During the journey, a truck loaded with fodder was reportedly being driven carelessly and was repeatedly overtaking vehicles on the road.
Near a trenching ground, the truck driver suddenly applied brakes. The car following the truck lost control and rammed into it from behind. The collision was very strong and the car was badly damaged.
Four youths — Farhan (19), Aris (20), Irfan (24) and Arfad (23), all residents of Badwali Chowki — died on the spot. Seven others, including Asif, Mohammad Ali, Ayan, Sonu, Mohammad Kaif, Rehan and Alfez, were seriously injured and were rushed to hospital.
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After the accident, angry wedding guests tried to catch the truck driver, but he escaped from the scene.
Police said an investigation has been started to find out the exact cause of the accident.
Teams are checking CCTV footage from nearby areas and speaking to witnesses who were present at the spot. Officers are also trying to trace the truck driver who fled after the crash. Police said strict action will be taken against those responsible for the incident.
Meanwhile, locals and family members of the victims demanded strict action in the case and proper action against the truck driver involved in the accident.
