A tragic incident occurred on Thursday afternoon near the Sita Sharan School railway track in Khatauli, where an unidentified youth lost his life after being hit by a passing train. Local authorities were alerted to the scene shortly after the incident, and an investigation is currently underway to determine the identity of the victim and the circumstances surrounding the event.
- Incident Location: Near Sita Sharan School railway track, Khatauli.
- Time of Report: Approximately 12:00 PM on Thursday.
- Victim Profile: An unidentified male, estimated to be around 23 years old.
- Current Status: Body sent for post-mortem; police investigation for identification is active.
Police Investigation and Identification Efforts
Upon receiving information about the accident, local police officers arrived at the tracks to secure the area and conduct an initial inquiry. Despite immediate efforts to identify the man by questioning local residents and bystanders, the victim’s identity could not be established at the time. The deceased is estimated to be approximately 23 years old.
Following the preliminary procedures at the site, including the completion of a panchnama, the body was transported for a post-mortem examination. Kotwal Dinesh Chandra Baghel confirmed that the department is actively working to trace the victim’s identity. Law enforcement officials are currently coordinating with nearby police stations and utilizing social media platforms to reach out to the public for information.
Next Steps for Authorities
Once the identity of the youth is confirmed, the police will formally notify the family members. Authorities have indicated that further legal action will be pursued as per standard protocol once the next of kin are located. The incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers associated with railway tracks, and officials continue to urge the public to remain vigilant and avoid crossing tracks at unauthorized locations.