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Woman Killed When Elevator Moves with Door Open at Ongole Apartment
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 05:03 AM
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A resident died after an elevator in an Ongole apartment started moving while its door remained open, officials said.
Ongole, Andhra Pradesh – A woman lost her life on Tuesday when an elevator in a residential complex began to ascend while its door was still open. According to local authorities, the lift started moving unexpectedly, trapping the occupant inside and causing fatal injuries. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident has prompted an investigation into the building's maintenance records and the elevator's safety mechanisms. Officials have urged residents to report any irregularities in lift operation and have announced a safety audit of similar installations in the city.