Madhabpur Pickup Crash Claims Four Lives

A tragic road accident occurred this morning in Madhabpur upazila of Hobiganj, where a pickup truck lost control and plunged into a roadside ditch, resulting in the deaths of four individuals, including a woman and a child. The incident took place at approximately 8:00 AM on Sunday along the Dhaka–Sylhet Highway, in the Andiura area on the Dhaka-bound lane.

According to local police, the pickup veered off the road and overturned into a deep roadside depression. Authorities were alerted immediately, and by 8:30 AM a recovery vehicle (recker) had removed the vehicle from the ditch. Inside the cabin, rescue teams discovered the bodies of four people, among them one woman and one child. The identities of the victims have not yet been confirmed.

The pickup was reportedly carrying household goods at the time of the accident, suggesting the occupants were relocating or transporting personal belongings. Shayestaganj Highway Police quickly arrived at the scene, recovered the bodies, and removed the damaged vehicle. Preparations for post-mortem examinations are underway, alongside the initiation of necessary legal procedures.

Preliminary Details of the Accident

Shayestaganj Highway Police Officer-in-Charge, Abu Taher Dewan, stated: “The cause of the accident is under investigation. Efforts are being made to identify the deceased, and post-mortem procedures are being prepared. Legal formalities will follow accordingly.”

Eyewitnesses indicated that the pickup appeared to lose control possibly due to the depth of the roadside ditch. No official statement regarding vehicle speed or road conditions at the time has yet been released.

Authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution along this stretch of the Dhaka–Sylhet Highway, particularly in areas with known roadside hazards. Discussions are underway with the Roads and Highways Department to improve safety measures, including installing warning signs and protective barriers in accident-prone locations.

The ongoing investigation will assess factors such as road conditions, vehicle mechanics, and driver behaviour to determine the precise cause of this fatal accident. Families of the deceased await official identification, while law enforcement continues to secure the site and complete all necessary legal procedures.

This incident serves as a somber reminder of the hazards present on major highways and the importance of vigilant driving and robust roadside safety measures.