A somber atmosphere engulfed Karamakata village in Kishorenagar this Thursday morning after a tragic accident claimed the life of a four-year-old boy. The victim, identified as Shriram Dehuri, died on the spot after being run over by a tractor.
The incident occurred while Shriram and his mother were sitting outside their home, reportedly seeking warmth from the sun amidst the severe winter chill. The mother sustained life-threatening injuries and was rushed to the Angul District Headquarters Hospital, where she remains in critical condition.
Action Taken:
Police Intervention: Kishorenagar police arrived at the scene immediately for an on-spot investigation.
Seizure: The tractor involved in the accident has been seized.
Detention: The driver is currently in police custody for questioning.
The local community has expressed deep shock over the incident, as authorities continue to investigate the cause of the driver's loss of control.