Four killed as tipper plunges off road in Palpa

Summary

Four people died after a tipper truck plunged about 50 metres off the road in Mathagadhi Rural Municipality, Palpa. Three died on the spot and one died during treatment at Bhairahawa Medical College.

Key Points
  • A tipper truck plunged about 50 metres off the road in Mathagadhi Rural Municipality–7 of Palpa on Saturday evening.
  • Four people were killed in the accident, three died on the spot and one died during treatment.
  • The victims were traveling from Jhadeva to the Rahabas limestone quarry.
  • Police have identified the deceased and are investigating the incident further.
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