Overview

• Sub-Inspector Ashok Kumar and Constable Blessin died on June 26 when a lorry veered into their car near Durgapuram in Suryapet district
• The officers were traveling to Hyderabad to investigate a ganja case originating from Alamuru Police Station in Konaseema district
• Constable Swamy and driver Ramesh escaped with critical injuries and were treated at the Government Hospital in Kodad
• This crash follows a series of deadly road accidents across India this year, renewing calls for improved infrastructure and stricter enforcement
• The incident underscores the hazards law enforcement personnel face during inter-state assignments on Indian roads