Eight injured as five vehicles collide at Daunne

Summary

Eight people were injured when five vehicles collided on the East-West Highway at Daunne, including injuries to bus passengers and motorcyclists. The container truck driver fled the scene.

Key Points
  • Eight people were injured after five vehicles collided at Daunne along the East-West Highway.
  • The accident was caused by a container truck with an Indian number plate attempting to overtake vehicles on a one-way stretch.
  • Among the injured are motorcyclist Amar Karki and pillion rider Mahendra Mahatara.
  • The injured have been taken to Madhyabindu Provincial Hospital in Danda for treatment, and police are searching for the fleeing container truck driver.
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