In Chhattisgarh’s Korba district, a police team from Pali Police Station met with a tragic accident on their return from Uttar Pradesh. Their Scorpio vehicle overturned near Pendra, resulting in the death of Sub-Inspector Vilayat Ali, while two constables sustained injuries.

Incident Details

The police team had traveled to Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, to apprehend a rape accused. On their way back, the high-speed Scorpio swerved to avoid a dog that suddenly appeared on the road, leading to an accident in the Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district near the Gaurela Police Station area.

Accident Circumstances

The accident occurred early Saturday around 6 a.m. near Khanta village in the Gaurela Police Station area. The vehicle overturned when the driver attempted to avoid the dog, causing it to lose control. Sub-Inspector Vilayat Ali, 56, seated at the front, tragically lost his life on the spot.

Injuries and Immediate Response

Constables Narayan Kashyap, Shailendra Kanwar, driver Karamu, and assistant Gopi Kumar also suffered injuries in the accident. Upon receiving the news, the Gaurela police arrived promptly and transferred the deceased SI and injured individuals to the district hospital in GPM. The Pali Police team also departed for Gaurela after receiving information.