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11-year-old boy killed in Pune after truck runs over family motorcycle
✍️ Mid-Day
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 12:36 PM
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An 11-year-old boy died in Pune when a truck struck the motorcycle he was riding with his father and sister, according to Mid-Day.
Pune police confirmed that an 11-year-old boy lost his life after a heavy truck ran over the motorcycle he was traveling on with his father and sister. The incident occurred on a city road, where the truck's wheels struck the vehicle, causing the fatal injuries.
Witnesses said the family was riding together when the truck, reportedly unable to stop in time, collided with the motorcycle. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the boy was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have opened an investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash and to assess any possible traffic violations. The incident has raised concerns about road safety for families traveling on two-wheelers in busy urban areas.
Local officials urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits, especially in zones with mixed traffic. The family has been offered support, and a condolence message was issued by the Pune municipal corporation.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Witnesses said the family was riding together when the truck, reportedly unable to stop in time, collided with the motorcycle. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the boy was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have opened an investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash and to assess any possible traffic violations. The incident has raised concerns about road safety for families traveling on two-wheelers in busy urban areas.
Local officials urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits, especially in zones with mixed traffic. The family has been offered support, and a condolence message was issued by the Pune municipal corporation.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.