A BNP leader was killed and at least 100 people were injured in a multi-vehicle collision involving 10 vehicles on the Dhaka-Barishal Highway in Gopalganj. Police suspect the accident was triggered by brake failure in a bus.

Accident Details

The chain-reaction collision occurred on Friday when a bus reportedly lost control due to suspected brake failure, slamming into multiple vehicles on the busy highway. The impact involved a total of 10 vehicles, creating severe disruption in the area.

According to eyewitnesses and police sources, the speeding bus first struck a smaller vehicle before careening into several others. Following the crash, a massive traffic jam was reported on the highway as rescue operations got underway.

Casualties and Response

The deceased was identified as a local BNP leader, although his name has not been officially released yet. At least 100 injured individuals were rescued and taken to nearby hospitals, with several reported to be in critical condition, according to hospital sources.

Investigation and Next Steps

Police arrived at the scene to conduct rescue operations and clear the wreckage to restore traffic flow. An investigation has been launched to determine the exact cause of the brake failure. Legal proceedings are ongoing, authorities confirmed.