Andhra Tragedy: 4 Killed, 2 Injured in High-Speed Crash on NH-16

A horrific road accident near Perapuram claimed four lives and left two others injured, raising serious concerns over reckless driving. According to police, the incident occurred on National Highway 16 when a speeding car traveling from Srikakulam towards Visakhapatnam lost control. Officials stated that the car was allegedly moving at nearly 150 kmph when it veered off the road and rammed into pedestrians standing near a stationary lorry. Two pedestrians died instantly due to the impact A lorry driver was injured and shifted to a hospital in Visakhapatnam Two occupants inside the car also died on the spot Another passenger sustained injuries and was admitted to the Vizianagaram Government Hospital The impact was so severe that one victim was reportedly thrown nearly 30 metres, indicating extreme speed. After hitting the pedestrians, the car continued moving and crashed into another parked lorry, causing further damage. Police have registered a case, and preliminary investigation points to overspeeding and negligent driving as the primary cause.

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