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Speeding car kills BCA student in Punjab, crashes into tea shop
An 18-year-old computer science student was struck and killed by a speeding vehicle in Faridkot district on Tuesday. The out-of-control car subsequently ploughed into a nearby tea shop, injuring two people.
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A tragic road accident in Punjab's Faridkot district claimed the life of Arshpreet Kaur, an 18-year-old Bachelor of Computer Applications student, after being hit by a high-speed vehicle. The collision occurred on a busy street in the town, leaving the young woman fatally injured.
Following the initial impact, the vehicle careened out of control and crashed directly into a nearby tea shop. The shop owner and his brother sustained injuries in the secondary collision and were provided medical assistance.
Local police responded swiftly to the incident and apprehended the car's driver. Authorities have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Police are conducting detailed questioning of the accused driver as part of their inquiry into the incident.
The exact cause of the accident remains under investigation. Preliminary reports suggest excessive speed may have been a contributing factor, though police are examining all aspects of the collision.