Siliguri, 04th December: Road accidents are increasing at an alarming rate in the city. In one such event last night, a person was killed after being hit by a speeding truck in front of the State Guest House under Pradhan Nagar Police Station area.
According to the information, the mishap happened while the individual was crossing the road. After the incident, the local people informed the Pradhan Nagar police station and the junction traffic guard. The police soon reached the spot, took the body in their possession and sent it to North Bengal Medical College and Hospital for post-mortem.
Acting promptly, the police seized the truck with the driver and his associate. The identity of the deceased could not be ascertained till the time of reporting. It is to be noted, in the last two weeks, a total of 7 road accidents have been reported in Siliguri. In which 6 people have died so far. While more than 9 people have been injured.