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Two auto-rickshaw drivers killed in truck collision in Dhaka
A collision involving a truck and multiple auto-rickshaws in Dhaka has claimed the lives of two drivers. The accident underscores ongoing road safety concerns in the capital.
LSN Bangladesh ·
Two auto-rickshaw drivers were killed after a truck struck their vehicles in Dhaka, according to reports received Monday. The incident occurred when the truck collided with multiple auto-rickshaws at an undisclosed location within the city, resulting in the fatal casualties.
Emergency services responded to the scene and transported the injured to nearby medical facilities. The exact circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation, though initial reports suggest vehicle speed or driver inattention may have been contributing factors.
The incident adds to a growing list of fatal road accidents in Dhaka, where congestion and traffic violations remain persistent challenges. Authorities have not yet released the identities of the deceased drivers or provided details on the number of additional persons injured in the collision.
Transport safety advocates have repeatedly called for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and improved driver training programs across the capital to prevent such incidents. The truck driver has reportedly been detained for questioning by law enforcement officials.