At least five policemen were killed and three others injured on Sunday after a truck collided with a police van in Odisha's Jharsuguda district. The incident took place near the police station in the early hours of Sunday morning.

The deceased police officers have been identified as Kashiram Bhoi, Debdutt Sa, Drill Sub-Inspector Niranjan Kujur, APR Havildar Lingaraj Dhurua, and Home Guard Bhaktabandhu Mirdha.The driver of the trailer also suffered injuries and has been admitted to the hospital in Jharsuguda.

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 The injured were immediately shifted to the Jharsuguda District Headquarters Hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment.

What Happened At The Site?

Initial investigations suggest that the police van collided with a trailer truck heading from the opposite direction. The accident proved fatal and caused massive destruction to both vehicles.

Upon receiving the information, senior police officers arrived at the scene to assess the situation. The accident has sent shockwaves through the entire district. Both the police department and the general public have expressed deep sorrow and offered condolences for the officers killed in the line of duty.

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Investigations Underway

Jharsuguda Additional SP Madhusikta Mishra stated that a case has been registered and is currently under investigation. Senior police officers visited the accident site to take stock of the situation.

Odisha CM Majhi Expresses His Condolences

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reacted to the unfortunate incident and expressed his condolences over the demise of the police personnel in a post on social media.

 

Sharing a heartfelt post on X, CM MAjhi wrote, "I am deeply grieved and heartbroken to learn of the untimely demise of 5 police personnel in a tragic road accident that occurred in Jharasuguda. I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved families during this sorrowful time. Along with praying for the eternal peace of the departed souls, I pray to the Almighty for the swift recovery of others injured in the accident. Om Shanti," the post read.

 

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