KATHMANDU: In Amchok Rural Municipality-8 of Bhojpur district, a fatal accident involving a Bolero jeep occurred, resulting in the death of one individual. The incident occurred as the jeep, bearing registration number Ko 1 Ja 2617, was en route to Maiyutar from Balankha via Dummana and veered off the road, plunging into the bank of the Dudh Koshi River.

Tragically, a woman named Runga Rai, aged 27 and a resident of Amchok Rural Municipality-10, lost her life on the spot in the accident. Police Inspector Dalkumar Rai from the District Police Office in Bhojpur confirmed the identity of the deceased.

Following the accident, the injured individuals were promptly rescued and transported to the BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences in Dharan, Sunsari, for medical treatment. However, details regarding the names and condition of the injured victims have not yet been disclosed by the authorities.