In a tragic incident unfolding in Dwarka, a 17-year-old cyclist lost her life when she was struck by a DTC bus while cycling within her neighborhood. According to authorities, the collision resulted in the girl's bicycle becoming wedged beneath the bus's tires, leading to her being dragged for a short distance.
DCP (Dwarka) Ankit Singh disclosed that the police department was alerted to the fatal accident through a PCR call reporting the incident near Dabri powerhouse, under the jurisdiction of Dwarka South Police Station. The investigation revealed that the teenager was navigating the roadway near the Dabri powerhouse when the bus collided with her bicycle from behind, causing it to become ensnared in the bus's front right wheel, subsequently resulting in her being pulled along by the moving vehicle.
During interrogation, the driver asserted that he had lost control of the bus and that the girl had suddenly appeared in front of the vehicle, as relayed by law enforcement officials.
This unfortunate incident underscores the importance of road safety measures and vigilance while commuting, particularly for vulnerable road users such as cyclists. The loss of a young life in such circumstances is deeply distressing, and our sympathies extend to the family and loved ones of the deceased.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing, with authorities committed to ascertaining the full details surrounding the collision. Efforts to ensure accountability and prevent similar tragedies in the future remain paramount in the pursuit of road safety and public welfare.
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