Fatal Truck Collision with Cow in Jabalpur

Shajapur, Madhya Pradesh – A devastating accident on National Highway 52 early Friday morning resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left four others injured. The incident involved three trucks colliding with a cow that was sitting on the road, leading to a chaotic scene around 4:30 AM. Two cows were also killed in the collision, highlighting the tragic consequences of the event. The collision involved two Eicher trucks and a larger truck, which attempted to avoid the cow but ultimately lost control. Initial reports indicate that the driver of the larger truck braked sharply and swerved to evade the animal, causing the vehicle to overturn. This maneuver triggered a chain-reaction crash as the two following trucks also braked to avoid the overturned vehicle, resulting in a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where the injured were transported to the district hospital in Shajapur. Among the four injured, two individuals are reported to be in critical condition, raising concerns about their recovery. The local police and traffic authorities worked diligently to clear the wreckage and restore normal traffic flow, which had been severely disrupted by the accident. The incident has raised awareness about the dangers posed by stray animals on highways, prompting discussions on road safety measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.