Elderly Woman Dies In Road Accident At NJP Netaji More

An elderly woman died on Sunday after being hit by an oil tanker in the Netaji More area near New Jalpaiguri. The incident occurred while the woman was attempting to cross the road, leading to a fatal collision that resulted in her death on the spot. According to a report by Hindusthan Samachar, local authorities were alerted immediately following the accident.

Details of the Accident

Witnesses stated that the woman was crossing the road when the oil tanker struck her. She fell under the wheels of the heavy vehicle and sustained critical injuries. Police from the NJP station arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the information. The victim was rushed to the North Bengal Medical College and Hospital for urgent medical attention.

Medical Status and Police Investigation

Upon reaching the hospital, the woman was examined by the doctors on duty who declared her dead. The identity of the deceased woman has not been confirmed yet. The local police have seized the oil tanker involved in the accident and have taken it to the police station for further inspection. The police are currently conducting a detailed investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Situation in the Area

Following the accident, the local area experienced a period of tension. The situation was brought under control through the intervention of the police. Officials are working to identify the victim and continue their probe into the matter to determine the cause of the collision.