Tragic Collision on Bareilly-Pilibhit Highway Claims Three Lives

A tragic accident on the Bareilly-Pilibhit highway claimed the lives of three individuals and injured at least six others. The collision between a truck and a minivan occurred late Friday night, according to police.

Authorities have identified two of the deceased as Ajit Patel, 30, and Rajat, 23. The identity of the third victim remains unknown. The minivan, carrying 12 passengers, was struck by a truck traveling in the opposite direction.

Emergency personnel rescued those trapped in the wreckage and transported them to the district hospital. Ajit Patel, critically injured, was later transferred to a Bareilly medical center where he succumbed to his injuries. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)