Meghalaya: Truck runs over three in Ri-Bhoi, two die

Guwahati: Two individuals were killed after being run over by a truck in Ri-Bhoi, Meghalaya on Monday.

According to reports, the incident took place in at the Umsohlang area in Umsning, Ri-Bhoi, last night.

The deceased were identified as Borlin Marngar and Jobinshon Marngar, both residents of the Nongjri Village in Ri-Bhoi.

Police said that the truck may have been driven negligently before it ran over the individuals.

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Another person was injured in the incident and is currently undergoing treatment at a local health centre, the police said.

The injured person has been identified as Rangbashlur Malih (30), also a resident of Nongjri.

He suffered minor injuries in the accident.

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The police further informed that all the people were walking on the street when the truck struck them.

Following the incident, the truck escaped the scene before anyone could note its number plate or any further details.

Further investigations are being carried out by the police.