Three Killed, One Injured in Motorbike Collision in Kailali

Sudurpaschim, Feb 21: Three people lost their lives, and one sustained serious injuries in a high-speed motorbike collision on the Bandevi road section in Attariya, Kailali, along the Dhangadhi-Dadeldhura (Bhimdutta) Highway on Friday.

According to the Area Police Office, Malakheti (Attariya), the victims, who sustained critical injuries in the crash, died while being rushed to Dhangadhi for medical treatment.

Deputy Superintendent of Police Rana Bahadur Chand identified the deceased as 22-year-old Harish Oli, rider of motorbike SuPA 01/0103187, from Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City-2; Yogendra Shah, rider of another motorbike SuPA 01/009p7781, around 26, from Godavari Municipality-1; and Harish Parki, 23, pillion rider.

The injured pillion rider, Jeewan Pathak, 23, from Godavari Municipality-6, is undergoing treatment for serious injuries.

DSP Chand stated that both motorbikes were reportedly travelling at speeds exceeding 100 km/h, causing parts and wheels to dislodge on impact. He added that Oli was returning to Dhangadhi after attending a wedding in Godavari when the tragic accident occurred.

Authorities are investigating the incident further.