Cuttack: A woman was killed and her husband and son were grievously injured after a truck hit their scooter in Banki area of Odisha’s Cuttack district on Thursday evening.
As per preliminary information, the mishap took place near Ramchandi village under the jurisdiction of Banki police station when a Hyva truck hit the scooter carrying three members of a family. The victims were reportedly travelling from Bhuban
eswar towards Kalapathar.
While the woman died on the spot due to the injuries sustained in the crash, her husband and son suffered critical injuries. The injured were immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their condition was reported to be critical.
Following the accident, local residents gathered at the spot and blocked the Cuttack–Banki road, disrupting vehicular movement. Tension prevailed in the area for some time as traffic remained disrupted on the busy stretch.
On receiving information, personnel from Banki police station reached the scene and initiated efforts to control the situation. The police held discussions with the agitated locals and managed to restore order.
The truck involved in the accident was seized, and further action was initiated in connection with the incident.