Driver hits pedestrians in Rajouri, one killed, another injured

SRINAGAR — Tragedy struck Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday evening when an unknown driver lost control of their vehicle and struck two pedestrians, killing one and critically injuring another.

The incident occurred on the road between Nowshera and Sunderbani, when the unidentified vehicle swerved off course and hit the two individuals.

According to an official source, the deceased was identified as Raj Kumari, wife of Ghan Sham, resident of Tala Dhambri, Nowshera. The injured person, Vaishno Devi, wife of the late Kamal Das, resident of Bhakar Siot, is currently undergoing treatment at a local hospital.

Confirming the incident, a police spokesperson stated that a thorough investigation is underway. The authorities are working to identify the driver and understand the cause of the accident.