Tragedy at Barber Shop: Truck Crash Kills One, Injures Two

A DCM truck veered off the National Highway 2 and crashed into a barber shop in Chandwari, killing one man and injuring two others. The accident led to protests and a temporary blockade of the Prayagraj-Kanpur route. Police are searching for the driver, who fled the scene.

A DCM truck veered off National Highway 2, crashing into a barber shop in Chandwari, resulting in one fatality and injuring two others. Eyewitnesses described a scene of chaos.

Rajesh Kumar (55) was killed instantly, while Bharat and Anokhelal suffered severe injuries. They were initially taken to Kaushambi's district hospital and later transferred to Prayagraj's SRN Hospital for further treatment.

The incident caused enraged villagers to protest, blocking traffic on the Prayagraj-Kanpur highway. Police managed to disperse the crowd, assuring them that action would be taken. The truck was impounded, and authorities are searching for the fleeing driver.

(With inputs from agencies.)