Madhubani, Bihar – A police driver lost his life after his Bolero hit a pothole, careened into a truck and rolled over on National Highway 27 close to Khopa, within the Phulparas police‑station area.
Details of the crash
The incident involved Tej Narayan Sah, a driver posted at the Madhubani Police Centre. While navigating the highway, the Bolero struck a deep pothole, causing an abrupt loss of traction. The vehicle spun out, struck an oncoming truck, and both rigs toppled, leaving the Bolero severely mangled and the driver gravely wounded.
Emergency actions
Police patrol units reached the site within minutes. Sah was first taken to the Sub‑Divisional Hospital for emergency stabilization. Owing to the seriousness of his injuries, he was swiftly transferred to Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) for specialized care. Despite aggressive treatment, he succumbed to his injuries at DMCH.
After‑effects and ongoing investigation
Traffic on NH‑27 was temporarily halted for clearance operations but resumed shortly after the wreckage was removed. Law‑and‑order conditions remain calm, and the authorities have launched a routine inquiry to determine the precise cause of the mishap.
