8 workers killed as speeding car runs them over in Punjab’s Sangrur

way2barak, October 19: Eight MNGREGA workers died near Lehragaga town of Sangrur district when a high speed car crushed the workers, who were sitting roadside Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred near Alisher village, located at Lehragaga-Jakhal road.

Five people died on the spot, three succumbed to their injuries while undergoing treatment at the hospital.

The injured were admitted to local hospital and those critically injured were referred to Rajindra Hospital, Patiala. Sources said that a total 23 workers were present at the location when the incident took place. All the deceased belong to Alisher village.

The white sedan involved in the incident was bearing the registration number of Patiala district. Sources said that whereas those travelling in the car have been apprehended by the police, the driver fled from the spot after the incident.