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CRPF jawan killed, five hurt in Telangana highway collision
A sand-laden lorry collided with two vehicles in Mulugu district, killing one Central Reserve Police Force personnel and leaving five others injured. The heavy vehicle struck a goods carrier carrying CRPF staff before hitting a car travelling behind it.
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A tragic road accident in Telangana's Mulugu district claimed the life of one CRPF jawan and left five others injured on Wednesday. The incident occurred when a sand-laden lorry veered into oncoming traffic, striking a goods carrier in which CRPF personnel were travelling before colliding with a private vehicle behind it.
The impact of the collision with the goods carrier proved fatal for one jawan, while the subsequent hit on the vehicle behind resulted in additional casualties. Emergency services rushed to the scene to provide medical assistance to the injured personnel.
The exact circumstances leading to the lorry driver losing control remain under investigation by local authorities. Telangana police have registered a case in connection with the incident and are examining factors such as driver fatigue, mechanical failure, or road conditions that may have contributed to the accident.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety on major highways in the region, particularly involving commercial vehicles. Authorities have urged heavy vehicle operators to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent such accidents.