2 killed as train hits three-wheeler in Gazipur
Two people were killed after a train hit a three-wheeler (Nasimon) at Daripara level crossing in Kaliganj upazila of Gazipur Friday.
The deceased are Md Russel Mia, 30, driver of the three-wheeler, and Rahimuddin Gazi, 35, vegetable trader and a resident of Palash upazila of Narsingdi, reports our correspondent in Gazipur.
Witnesses said the accident took place near Arikhola Rail Station around 6:30am when a Dhaka-bound train from Noakhali rammed the vegetable-laden three-wheeler killing the duo on the spot.
The driver of Nasimon tried to pass the rail line despite the level crossing gate was closed, witnesses said.
Confirming the incident Md Azam Khan, officer-in-charge of Narshingdi Railway Police Outpost, said the bodies were handed over to their respective family members.
A case was filed with Bahairab government railway police in this regard.
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