A routine road crossing turned deadly in Banka when a sub-inspector was crushed under a truck operated by its helper instead of the driver. This brazen violation of driving norms has ignited debates on accountability in the trucking industry.
Details emerging from the probe paint a picture of chaos: the helper, unqualified and unlicensed, maneuvered the heavy truck recklessly. The officer, perhaps signaling traffic or on foot patrol, had no chance against the oncoming behemoth.
Immediate aftermath saw panic and fury, with locals blocking roads demanding justice. Police have registered an FIR under charges of culpable homicide, seizing documents that confirm the helper’s non-driver status.
Experts attribute such tragedies to chronic issues like driver fatigue, where helpers step in informally, and poor oversight by transport authorities. The state transport department announced spot inspections across districts.
As the victim’s family mourns, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the perils faced by law enforcers. Enhanced surveillance cameras and AI-based monitoring are proposed to prevent unauthorized driving.