11 injured in Darchula jeep accident

Khalanga (Darchula), Aug 21: Eleven people were injured when a jeep with the registration number (Sudurpaschim Province 04001 Ja 0103) met with an accident this morning.     

The vehicle was en route to Hoparigad from Hopari in Naugad rural municipality when the incident occurred.     

According to the District Police Office, Darchula, four of the injured are in critical condition.     

The severely injured have been identified as Parbati Tamata (25), Mohan Thagunna (26), Apsara Mahata (18), and Umesh Thagunna (35).     

All the injured have been taken to Gokuleshwor for treatment.     

Police Inspector and Information Officer Chhatra Bahadur Rawat said that the accident occurred due to a sudden brake failure. Further investigation is underway. (RSS)