A young man was killed after being struck by an oil-laden truck in the Khilket area of Dhaka on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred on a road in the Khilket locality, according to local sources.
Incident Details
Witnesses reported that the truck hit the pedestrian during the afternoon, causing fatal injuries that led to his death on the spot. The identity of the deceased has not yet been established.Upon receiving the information, police arrived at the scene and recovered the body. The body has been sent for autopsy. Authorities have also detained the truck involved in the accident.
Investigation and Next Steps
Police are preparing to file a case with the local police station regarding the incident. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the accident and identify those responsible. Efforts are underway to ascertain the identity of the deceased.Local residents expressed shock over the incident, which has also raised questions about vehicle speed control and road safety measures in the area.