A 17-year-old boy, riding pillion,
was killed today when a speeding bus allegedly hit his
motorcycle near Garhi Chokhandi crossing here, police said.
The deceased has been identified as Osama.
The accident took place when Osama and Roin were going on
motorcycle from Garhi Chokhandi to Shramik Kunj. Near Garhi
Chowkhndi crossing, a speeding bus hit their motorcycle.
Osama, who was riding pillion on the bike, fell down and was
mowed down by the bus. Roin sustained minor injuries.
The driver of the bus tried to flee the scene. But people
standing nearby the accident site managed to nab him.
The bus driver, identified as Pradip, was thrashed before
being handed over to police.
The police have arrested the accused driver and seized
the bus. The body of the victim has been sent for post mortem.
PTI
