7 injured, 2 critically, in Dailekh jeep mishap

Tata Sumo after an accident at Siyakot of Dailekh on Monday.  Photo: Govinda KC/Republica
By Govinda KC
Published: May 07, 2018 02:40 PM

DAILEKH, May 7:   Seven passengers sustained injuries whereas two of the passengers are critical after a jeep (Bhe 1 Ja 780) en route to Jumla from Surkhet met with an accident at Siyakot of Guransh rural municipality, Dailekh on Monday.

Tata Sumo struck against the wall of the road at a sharp turning point after the driver lost control due to high speed.  

According to District Police Office Dailekh seven passengers sustained injuries.

"The condition of two injured is critical," said Police Spokesperson Ekendra Khadka.

The injured passengers have been rushed to Surkhet for treatment.