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Patna youth killed in road crash, protesters torch police vehicles
A youth was killed in Patna on Friday after being hit by a speeding bus near Zero Mile, triggering violent protests. The victim, Manish Kumar, died on the spot, and the driver…
The Story in Brief
A youth was killed in Patna on Friday after being hit by a speeding bus near Zero Mile, triggering violent protests. The victim, Manish Kumar, died on the spot, and the driver fled. Angry residents blocked National Highway-30, burnt tyres, and later set the bus and three police vehicles on fire. Clashes with police were reported, and some journalists covering the protest were allegedly attacked by the crowd.
Police have deployed additional personnel and are examining CCTV footage to identify those responsible for the arson and attacks. Separate investigations have been launched into the accident and the vandalism. The victim’s body has been sent for post-mortem, and security has been tightened in the area.
The Indian Opinion
The tragedy of Manish Kumar’s death is being used by some to justify mob violence. Setting a bus and three police vehicles on fire, and attacking journalists, is not a legitimate protest. The police must investigate the accident and the driver’s negligence, but they must also hold the arsonists accountable. The real test will be whether the investigations lead to arrests on both sides, the absconding driver and the attackers who destroyed public property and assaulted media personnel.
Source: assamtribune.com
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