Ramgarh News: Reckless Truck Runs Over Woman Returning from Father’s Death Rituals

Ramgarh, December 17, 2024: A tragic accident occurred in Ramgarh when a reckless truck ran over a woman who was returning from her father’s death rituals. The incident, which took place in the Kothar area of Ramgarh district, resulted in the woman’s death. Authorities have arrested the truck driver, who is suspected to have been intoxicated at the time of the incident.

Detailed Incident Overview

The accident occurred as the woman, identified as Dulia Devi from Digwar Hathbandh, was traveling home with her son-in-law on a motorcycle. They were returning from performing the last rites of her father in Jainamore. As they were on the road, a truck, allegedly driven by an intoxicated driver, lost control and struck the woman, dragging her for some distance before she succumbed to her injuries on the spot.

Eyewitnesses reported that the truck driver attempted to flee the scene after hitting the woman, but locals quickly intervened. The driver was chased for nearly two kilometers before he was apprehended and handed over to the police.

Victim’s Background

Dulia Devi, a resident of Digwar Hathbandh, was on her way home after completing the traditional death rituals for her father. The tragic accident has left her family in shock, as she was the sole caretaker of her three children. The community, which is already grappling with grief from the loss of her father, now faces the additional burden of this senseless tragedy.

Community Response

The incident sparked outrage among the locals, leading to a roadblock in the area. The residents gathered around the truck, demanding justice and compensation for the victim’s family. The protesters insisted that the truck should not be released until proper compensation was provided. The police arrived at the scene and attempted to calm the crowd, assuring them that the matter would be investigated thoroughly.

The incident has also raised concerns about road safety in Ramgarh, with many local residents calling for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent such accidents in the future.