The accident occurred along the Lanka-Umrangso connecting road in Hojai district. The woman died on the spot, while another person sustained serious injuries, according to the initial report.
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Assam: Police have arrested nine people following a road accident in Lanka's Islambasti area, where a woman was killed and another person seriously injured on Monday evening. The accident triggered anger among local residents, who allegedly damaged several vehicles, including privately owned cars.
The accident occurred along the Lanka-Umrangso connecting road in Hojai district. The woman died on the spot, while another person sustained serious injuries, according to the initial report.
Following the incident, agitated residents allegedly damaged vehicles at the site, including those belonging to members of the public. The situation prompted Lanka Police to initiate action in connection with the vandalism.
The nine arrested persons have been identified as Manchur Ali, Asadul Haque, Rafiqul Islam, Sahil Uddin Ahmed, Ainul Haque, Izzajul Haque, Habibur Rahman, Jiabur Rahman and Habiz Uddin.
Police have produced all nine accused before a court in connection with the case. An investigation into the incident is currently underway.
Further details about the cause of the accident and the extent of the damage to the vehicles are awaited.
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