Tragic accident in Hilara claims woman's life as lorry rams into house

A heart-wrenching incident unfolded in the Hilara area of Burunga Part II block under Katigorah Assembly Constituency, resulting in the untimely death of Moyna Ghatowar (55). The tragedy occurred when a lorry driver, identified as Bipul Dey, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, ran over the woman in a fit of rage.

The distressing event transpired after Dey misplaced the key to his lorry, leading to a heated argument with locals. Upon recovering the lost key, Dey callously drove his lorry, bearing the number ML 05G 3217, into Moyna Ghatowar's house, causing her immediate and tragic demise.

In response to the alarming news, the Katigorah Circle Magistrate, along with Additional SP Kalyan Kumar Das and officers from Katigorah and Kalain OC, as well as the IC of Bihara Police Outpost, swiftly reached the scene. A significant police presence was established to restore order, and the deceased's body was transported to Silchar Medical College and Hospital for post-mortem examination.

Bipul Dey and his father were promptly detained by the authorities, contributing to a gradual calm in the situation. However, amid the somber aftermath, the local community has expressed the need for financial assistance for Moyna Ghatowar's grieving family, urging a sum of ten lakh rupees to be provided in support.