Uttar Pradesh: Massive Road Accident in Agra, Dumper and Container Catch Fire After Collision

Agra: A horrific road accident took place on Aligarh Highway in Agra district of Uttar Pradesh on Saturday. After a head-on collision between a dumper and a container in Khandauli area, both the vehicles caught fire. The driver and cleaner of the dumper died in the accident, while three people including two youths riding a bike are said to be injured. There was chaos at the spot after the incident.

How did this horrific road accident happen in Agra?

According to the information, two youths had gone to Sadabad Mandi on bike to buy vegetables. While returning, his bike collided with a container moving ahead. It is being said that the container driver had suddenly applied the brakes. After the collision the bike got stuck behind the container.

Both the bike riders somehow controlled themselves and pulled each other out of the vehicle. Meanwhile, the driver of the container moving ahead also managed to save his life by jumping from the vehicle.

Who died in dumper fire?

After the accident, the dumper suddenly caught fire. The fire was so severe that the driver and cleaner of the dumper got caught in it. Both died on the spot. Police have recovered one body near the driver's seat, while efforts were made to remove the other body.

Who was injured in the accident?

Two youths riding a bike were also injured in this accident. The injured have been identified as the son of Sumit Singh, Pritam Singh, and the son of Situ Singh, Diwan Singh, residents of Nagla Zalim, Khandauli. Information about another person being injured in the accident has also come to light.

What action did the police initiate?

As soon as information about the incident was received, the police reached the spot and started relief and rescue operations. The police have taken possession of the bodies of the deceased and have started the process of identifying them. Due to the accident, traffic on the highway was affected for some time. The police are investigating the entire matter.