“Fatal Collision on Wapda Road: College Student Killed, Friend Injured in Tragic Accident”

In a tragic incident early Sunday morning, a college student lost his life and his friend was critically injured in a motorcycle accident on Wapda Road, under the jurisdiction of Hatirjheel police station. The incident has stirred a fresh debate on road safety and the alarming increase in traffic accidents in the city.

The accident occurred around 3:30 am when a truck collided with the motorcycle carrying two passengers. The deceased has been identified as Pulock Gomes, a 20-year-old student from Martin Luther College. His companion, 21-year-old Nayan, sustained significant injuries in the accident and is currently under medical care at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH).

Witnesses and emergency responders initially took the two victims to a nearby local hospital for immediate care. However, due to the severity of their conditions, they were swiftly transferred to DMCH. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, Pulock could not be saved. His death was confirmed by the hospital staff later in the morning, said Hatirjheel police and hospital sources.

The aftermath of the incident has led to a somber atmosphere in the city, with the loss of a young life stirring fresh concerns about road safety in the region. The police have since been actively investigating the incident. The body of the deceased, Pulock Gomes, has been moved to the morgue at Dhaka Medical College for post-mortem procedures, as per standard protocols in such situations.

However, the truck involved in the accident has not yet been identified. Hatirjheel police are working diligently to track down the driver responsible for the fatal collision. The police department is expected to provide updates on their investigation in the coming days.

This tragedy serves as a somber reminder of the importance of traffic regulations, road safety, and responsible driving, particularly in the early hours of the morning when visibility is often compromised. It is expected to trigger further discussions among authorities and civic bodies about enhancing measures for preventing such incidents in the future.

The incident has left the community in shock, with condolences pouring in for the young victim and prayers for the speedy recovery of his injured friend..