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Four Dead in Tractor-Trolley Overturn During Ganesh Procession in Andhra Pradesh

Police probe focuses on driver negligence.

Overview

  • Police said the tractor-trolley overturned in Narsapuram mandal of West Godavari district during a local Ganesh procession.
  • Four people, including a minor, died on the spot, and one person was injured and taken to the nearest hospital.
  • Officers noted the procession had completed several rounds in the locality before the vehicle toppled.
  • Investigators observed the road at the site is about 20 feet wide as they assessed contributing factors.
  • Authorities suspect driver negligence and are registering a case while the investigation continues to determine responsibility.