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Three Young Men Killed in Jalandhar as Bike Gets Stuck Behind Truck Near Gorayan Overbridge
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 01:03 PM
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A motorcycle that became trapped behind a truck near the Gorayan overbridge in Jalandhar resulted in the deaths of three young men.
Jalandhar, Punjab – On a busy stretch near the Gorayan overbridge, a two-wheeler slipped behind a large truck and was pinned, leading to a fatal collision that claimed the lives of three young men.
Police sources said the incident occurred during the evening rush hour when traffic density is high. The bike, reportedly carrying three passengers, could not move after getting wedged against the truck's rear, and the ensuing impact caused severe injuries.
Emergency services arrived promptly, but despite resuscitation attempts, all three victims were pronounced dead at the scene. The injured truck driver was taken to a nearby hospital for a check‑up.
Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine whether traffic violations or mechanical failure contributed to the tragedy. The overbridge area is known for congestion, and officials have urged commuters to exercise caution and follow lane discipline.
The incident adds to a series of recent road‑safety concerns in the region, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of traffic rules and improved infrastructure at high‑risk junctions.
Police sources said the incident occurred during the evening rush hour when traffic density is high. The bike, reportedly carrying three passengers, could not move after getting wedged against the truck's rear, and the ensuing impact caused severe injuries.
Emergency services arrived promptly, but despite resuscitation attempts, all three victims were pronounced dead at the scene. The injured truck driver was taken to a nearby hospital for a check‑up.
Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine whether traffic violations or mechanical failure contributed to the tragedy. The overbridge area is known for congestion, and officials have urged commuters to exercise caution and follow lane discipline.
The incident adds to a series of recent road‑safety concerns in the region, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of traffic rules and improved infrastructure at high‑risk junctions.