Odisha: The wedding was on the highway when the accident happened
New Delhi:
A group of people were seen dancing on the side of the highway as they escorted a groom during his procession. It was dark and the group was lit only by the headlights of passing vehicles.
But the throwing of a certain headlight got bigger and bigger until suddenly, a vehicle – a large truck – swooped down and crushed some of the wedding guests under its wheels.
The force of the impact caused sparks to shoot out from under the truck.
The horrific accident captured on camera happened in the Malkangiri district of Odisha on Wednesday, PTI news agency reported from police.
Three people including the groom’s father were killed. Four others were injured and their condition is said to be critical.
The procession of the bride went on Highway 226 for a section when an accident occurred.
The truck driver was allegedly intoxicated, according to reports. He was beaten by locals before being handed over to the police.
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