A loaded tractor ran over children, killing two and critically injuring one in Sarai Rajputana village of Bhadohi district in Uttar Pradesh.
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The incident took place in the afternoon when the three brothers Sandeep, Ashok and Akash were going to a barber for a haircut.
Meanwhile, a loaded tractor filled with bricks crushed three, two died on the spot and one was immediately rushed to a district hospital.
Police official, Lallan Prasad said that strict actions would be taken as investigation is underway.
"Two children have died on a road accident by a tractor; one is critically injured and is being sent to the hospital. Regarding the two who died, we are conducting investigation to get proper information about the case," said Prasad.
Irate locals of the village immediately gathered at the accident site and set the tractor ablaze.
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They even stopped fire brigade from entering the village, and demanded immediate inquiry in the case.
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"Children went for their hair cut. Meanwhile a boy was driving a tractor filled with bricks. He was not able to drive the vehicle and crushed two boys," said Rajbali, a resident.
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