Patna, March 23 – At least four people were killed in two separate accidents in Bihar's Gaya and Begusarai districts, officials said on Monday.
In the first tragic road accident in Begusarai, a married couple died after being hit by a speeding car with "Police" markings on Monday morning. The incident occurred near the Srinagar Dhala area under the jurisdiction of the Sahebpur Kamal Police Station.
The deceased have been identified as Nathuni Yadav (60) and his wife, Indu Devi (52), residents of Srinagar village.
According to police, the couple had stepped out for their routine morning walk on Monday when a speeding Renault car (registration number BR01HS6374), allegedly with a "Police" sticker on its windshield, struck them with considerable force.
The impact was so severe that both victims died instantly, while the front of the vehicle was badly damaged. It is alleged that the car is linked to a senior police official.
Soon after the incident, local residents gathered at the scene and staged a protest by blocking the road with the bodies, leading to a complete traffic jam on both sides. Upon receiving information, police teams reached the scene, and a heavy force led by the Ballia DSP was deployed to control the situation and calm the agitated crowd.
Police officials have taken the bodies into custody and initiated legal proceedings, including sending them for post-mortem at the Sadar Hospital, Begusarai.
Confirming the incident, SHO Sintu Kumar stated that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the circumstances of the accident. A case of reckless and negligent driving has been registered at the Sahebpur Kamal police station against the driver of the car. The accused will be brought to justice soon.
In another tragic accident in Gaya, two young men died after a collision between two motorcycles near Kewali village on the Panchanpur main road on Monday. Both victims were reportedly married.
Following the incident, angry family members and locals staged a road blockade. Police later reached the scene, brought the situation under control, and have initiated an investigation into the matter.
