Bus Collision in Khulna Kills Two Motorcyclists

Two motorcyclists have been killed in a tragic road accident after being struck by a passenger bus in the Maniktala area under Daulatpur Police Station in Khulna Metropolitan City.

The incident occurred on Tuesday evening (14 April), shortly after sunset, when a speeding bus reportedly collided head-on with a motorcycle, resulting in the immediate deaths of both riders at the scene.

Victims Yet to Be Identified

According to local sources, the deceased are believed to be a married couple, although their identities had not been officially confirmed at the time of reporting. Police stated that efforts were underway to verify their personal details and notify their families.

Eyewitness Accounts of the Crash

Eyewitnesses reported that the accident involved a bus belonging to Royal Paribahan, which was allegedly travelling at high speed when it struck the motorcycle. The impact was so severe that the two riders were run over by the bus, causing fatal injuries on the spot.

Local residents quickly gathered at the scene following the collision and detained the bus shortly afterwards. However, the driver and helper of the vehicle reportedly fled the area immediately after the crash, prompting a search operation.

Police Response and Recovery Operation

Police from Daulatpur Police Station arrived at the scene shortly after being informed and brought the situation under control. The bodies of the deceased were recovered and later sent to Khulna Medical College Hospital for post-mortem examination.

Authorities also seized the accident-involved bus for further investigation.

A summary of the incident is presented below:

Traffic Disruption in the Area

Following the accident, the area experienced temporary traffic congestion as crowds gathered and vehicular movement slowed significantly. Law enforcement personnel later cleared the roadway and restored normal traffic flow after the removal of the vehicles involved.

Police Statement

Officer-in-Charge of Daulatpur Police Station under Khulna Metropolitan Police (KMP), Md Shafiqul Islam, confirmed the incident and said initial indications suggest that the victims may have been a married couple, although formal identification is still pending.

“We are working to confirm the identities of the deceased,” he said. “The bus has been seized, and legal proceedings are underway. The driver and helper have fled, and efforts are ongoing to locate them.”

Ongoing Investigation

Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, including whether speeding, reckless driving, or mechanical failure contributed to the collision. Authorities are also reviewing witness statements and examining the condition of the seized vehicle.

Road accidents involving speeding passenger buses remain a persistent concern in several urban and highway areas of Bangladesh, often raising renewed calls for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and improved road safety measures.

As the investigation continues, authorities are expected to release further details once the identities of the victims are confirmed and the circumstances of the accident are fully established.