Madhubani, Bihar – A police driver lost his life after a severe collision on National Highway 27 in the Madhubani district. While navigating the stretch near Khopa, within the Phulparas police‑station jurisdiction, his Bolero struck a deep pothole, spun out of control and slammed into an oncoming truck before overturning.
Details of the crash
The vehicle was operated by Tej Narayan Sah, a dedicated driver posted at the Madhubani Police Centre. A sudden impact between a tyre and a pothole caused the loss of steering control, sending the Bolero into the path of a passing truck. The two vehicles tipped over, leaving the police Bolero heavily mangled and the driver gravely injured.
Medical response and outcome
Police patrol units reached the site promptly and secured the area. Sah was initially taken to the Sub‑Divisional Hospital for emergency stabilization. Given the seriousness of his injuries, he was swiftly transferred to Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) for advanced care. Despite intensive treatment, he succumbed to his wounds at DMCH.
After‑effects and investigation
Following the accident, traffic on NH‑27 was cleared and normal flow resumed. Law‑and‑order conditions in the vicinity remain stable, and the police have launched the routine investigative procedures to determine the exact cause of the crash.
