DJ equipment truck overturns near Bagodara, two dead

A tragic accident occurred on Thursday morning near the Nayara petrol pump before Gagandh, resulting in the death of two individuals and injuries to two others when a DJ-loaded Eicher truck overturned while travelling from Rajkot to Dahod.

As per reports, the vehicle was carrying four men, including the driver, when the accident took place. The deceased have been identified as Shahid Iqbal Dosani (19), a resident of Jungleshwar, Rajkot, and Narsinh Popat Bavaria (55), from Popatpara, Rajkot. Eyewitnesses reported that the truck lost control before it overturned, leading to the tragic outcome.

The driver, Mohin Shahnawaz Sadamdar (25), also a resident of Rajkot, and another passenger, Keval Mukund Khobiya (31), from Gopalnagar, Rajkot, sustained minor injuries in the incident. They were promptly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, where their condition was reported to be stable.

Upon receiving the distress call, Bagodara police swiftly arrived at the scene to manage traffic flow and ensure the safety of other motorists. They initiated legal proceedings and began an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Preliminary inquiries suggest that the truck may have overturned due to excessive speed, but authorities are yet to confirm the exact cause.