High-Speed Truck Crash in Palamu Claims Scooter Rider’s Life Near Pokhrahha Chowk

Brief By Newsbrief / 11:52 AM on 13 Jun 2026

A tragic road accident was reported from near Pokhrahha Chowk under Medininagar Sadar police station area in Palamu district on Saturday morning, where a speeding truck collided with a scooter, resulting in the instant death of the rider. The incident has once again raised serious concerns about road safety and reckless driving in the region.

According to information, the deceased has been identified as Ramrekha Paswan, a resident of Pokhrahha village. He had left his home early in the morning for some personal work. While he was passing through Pokhrahha Chowk, a fast-moving truck coming from behind hit his scooter with great force. The impact of the collision was so severe that he fell on the road and suffered fatal injuries. Local residents rushed to help him, but he had already succumbed to his injuries before any medical assistance could be provided.

Following the incident, chaos spread in the area as a large crowd gathered at the accident site. Soon after receiving information, Medininagar Sadar police reached the spot, took control of the situation, and initiated necessary legal procedures. The body was sent to Medinirai Medical College Hospital for postmortem examination. The police have also seized the offending vehicle and launched a search for the driver, who fled from the scene after the accident.

The news of Ramrekha Paswan’s death has left his family devastated. Grief-stricken relatives and villagers are mourning his sudden demise. Locals have demanded strict action against reckless drivers and urged authorities to implement stricter traffic control measures to prevent such accidents in the future.

Police officials stated that the case is under investigation and all possible angles are being examined. The incident highlights the urgent need for stricter enforcement of traffic rules and road safety awareness in the region.