J&K: One killed, several hurt in accident

Aman Zutshi

A doctor was killed and six others suffered injuries in a road accident in Kokernag area of Anantnag district of Kashmir today.

According to the report, the mishap took place when a Sumo (JK03B1989) which was going to Vailoo area of Kokernag in Anantag from Desu Now Bugh village of the same district skidded off the road and fell from a bridge, after which one man died on the spot while six others suffered wounds. However, two among the six injured persons have been stated as badly wounded.

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After the incident, the injured were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

The deceased is an Ayurvedic doctor who is identified as Mushtaq Ahmad Shapoo, a resident of Zalangam of Kokernag.