Fri Nov 15 16:48:39 IST 2024: ## Six Young Lives Lost in Dehradun Road Accident
**Dehradun, Uttarakhand:** A tragic road accident claimed the lives of six young people in Dehradun early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 2 am near the Ballupur area when an Innova car collided with a container truck from behind.
The impact of the collision was so severe that the car was mangled beyond recognition, and two occupants were decapitated. The deceased have been identified as:
* Gunit (19)
* Kunal Kukreja (23)
* Rishabh Jain (24)
* Navya Goyal (23)
* Atul Agarwal (24)
* Kamakshi (20)
All victims were between the ages of 19 and 24. A seventh passenger, Siddhesh Goyal, is critically injured and is currently being treated at a local hospital for severe injuries to his face, shoulder, and lungs.
**No Evidence of Drunk Driving or Racing:** Dehradun Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ajay Singh dismissed rumors circulating on social media about the accident involving drunk driving or a race with a BMW. He confirmed that post-mortem reports did not reveal the presence of alcohol in the victims’ bodies. The SSP also denied claims that the victims were standing on the sunroof of the vehicle.
**Possible Brake Failure Under Investigation:** Police are investigating a water bottle found near the car’s brakes, which could have contributed to the accident. The exact cause of the crash is yet to be determined and will likely be clarified when Siddhesh regains consciousness. The police are also reviewing CCTV footage from the area to gain further insight into the accident.
**Tragedy and Shock:** The city of Dehradun is in mourning after the loss of six young lives. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and highlights the need for increased vigilance on the roads.
First Piper 