Assam: Biker killed in Goalpara as bus runs over him

Guwahati: A motorcyclist was killed after being run over by a bus in Goalpara, Assam on Saturday.

As per reports, the motorcyclist, identified as Kirip Das was a resident of Dhupdhara in Goalpara.

He was killed on NH-17 near Sakhati in Goalpara district after a bus allegedly rammed into his bike and tried to flee the scene.

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The bus bearing registration registration number AS17C0939, collided with Das's bike (AS 07 H 6613) while reportedly being driven rashly.

According to police reports, the bus driver attempted to escape following the accident.

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However, the bus was apprehended by the police, and both the driver and helper have been taken into custody.

An investigation into the accident is underway.