Tragic Collision Sparks Protests: Milk Tanker Accident Claims Lives

Three friends died in a Reuna area accident when a speeding milk tanker hit and dragged their motorcycle. This led to protests by locals and families, causing a traffic jam. Authorities promised action and support, while the driver remains at large.

A tragic accident involving a speeding milk tanker claimed the lives of three friends in the Reuna area on Thursday. The victims were on their way to attend a funeral when their motorcycle was struck from behind, dragging them nearly 100 meters, as reported by the police.

Following the incident, distraught family members and locals organized a protest by blocking the highway, leading to significant traffic disruption. Eyewitnesses described the horrific scene, noting the severe impact that caused the tanker to drag the victims under its wheels, resulting in their immediate deaths.

Local authorities, including Ghatampur Assistant Commissioner of Police Krishnakant Yadav, assured the grieving families of imminent action and government assistance. Meanwhile, a police case has been registered, but the tanker driver is yet to be apprehended.

(With inputs from agencies.)