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Four dead as speeding truck hits SUV on Varanasi overbridge
A tragic collision on a Varanasi overbridge has claimed four lives and left four others critically injured. The accident occurred when a speeding truck struck a stationary SUV whose occupants had stopped to take selfies.
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The incident took place on an overbridge in Varanasi when a truck traveling at high speed rammed into a Scorpio SUV that was parked on the roadside, according to police reports. The SUV's passengers had stopped the vehicle to take photographs, making them vulnerable to the oncoming traffic.
The impact of the collision was severe, resulting in four fatalities at the scene. Four additional occupants of the SUV sustained serious injuries and were immediately rushed to nearby medical facilities for treatment.
Police have registered a case in connection with the accident and are investigating the circumstances that led to the truck's collision with the stationary vehicle. Authorities are examining whether excessive speed was a contributing factor to the tragedy.
The incident has raised concerns about traffic safety and the dangers posed by drivers stopping vehicles on busy routes for non-essential activities. The Varanasi police have urged road users to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar accidents in the future.