Overview
- Police told News18 that at least 19 people were killed and dozens injured, while Hindustan Times reported 13 dead as counts continued to vary.
- The dumper came from the Loha Mandi side into Jaipur’s Harmada area, ramming vehicles and pedestrians before halting after a collision on the Delhi–Ajmer Highway.
- Assistant Commissioner of Police Usha Yadav said the driver argued with a car driver minutes earlier, which police say triggered the rampage.
- Senior officers ruled out brake failure and described the driver as intoxicated, and police have taken him into custody as the inquiry proceeds.
- Emergency teams and locals rescued victims, with several injured taken to SMS Hospital and at least three reported in critical condition; state leaders expressed grief and mobilized assistance.