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Five dead in head-on collision between van and truck in Assam
A fatal traffic accident in Assam's Sonitpur district claimed five lives when a van collided head-on with a truck. Police are investigating whether driver error and excessive speed contributed to the crash.
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Five people were killed in a head-on collision between a van and truck on a road in Sonitpur district, Assam, on Tuesday. The incident occurred when the van crossed into the opposite lane, directly into the path of the oncoming truck.
According to police officials, preliminary investigations suggest the van driver may have lost control of the vehicle before it veered across the centre line. The exact circumstances leading to the loss of control are still being examined by authorities.
Investigators are also probing whether excessive speed played a role in the accident. Officers have launched a detailed inquiry to determine all contributing factors to the collision.
The road safety incident highlights ongoing concerns about traffic accidents in the region. Authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits to prevent similar tragedies.