Tragic Railway Incident in Madhya Pradesh: Police Officer Severely Injured

A tragic incident occurred in Madhya Pradesh's Damoh district when a train hit a police team removing bodies from railway tracks. Sub-inspector Rajendra Mishra lost an arm, while vehicle driver Yawar Khan was injured. Both victims were sent to a Jabalpur hospital for treatment.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Damoh | Updated: 11-11-2024 11:05 IST | Created: 11-11-2024 10:55 IST
Tragic Railway Incident in Madhya Pradesh: Police Officer Severely Injured
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An unfortunate accident unfolded in Madhya Pradesh's Damoh district as a police team was struck by a train during a body removal operation on railway tracks, resulting in severe injuries.

The mishap occurred near the Karaiya Bhadoli railway station on Sunday evening when Assistant Sub-Inspector Rajendra Mishra, investigating the death of two individuals allegedly after a fall from a train, was critically injured.

Superintendent of Police Shrut Kirti Somvanshi reported that Mishra's right arm was severed in the collision, while police vehicle driver Yawar Khan was also hurt. Both were immediately transferred to Jabalpur hospital and may be moved by air-ambulance if necessary.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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