Kishtwar, July 22: In a tragic road accident, three persons were killed on the spot after a JCB vehicle met with an accident at Sounder Dachan area of Kishtwar district on Tuesday.
Official sources told JKNS that the JCB was moving through a hilly stretch when it met with an accident under unclear circumstances, leading to the instant death of all three onboard.
The deceased have been identified as, Nazir Hussain, son of Saiye, resident of Khatasoo Bhalessa, aged around 22–23 years. Ishaq, son of Faroozdin, resident of Khatasoo Bhalessa, aged around 26 years. Majeed, son of unknown, resident of Bhalessa, aged around 28 years.
All three bodies have been shifted to District Hospital Kishtwar, where medico-legal formalities are being conducted.
Cognizance of the matter has been taken and further investigation is underway.
