A tragic road accident in the New Bridge area of Karnaphuli Upazila in Chattogram claimed the lives of a father and his son on Tuesday morning, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety on some of the region’s busiest transport corridors.
The accident occurred at approximately 8:00 a.m. near the first staircase adjacent to the Karnaphuli New Bridge. According to eyewitnesses and police officials, a motorcycle carrying two people collided with a pickup truck travelling from the bridge towards the Moijjartek area. The force of the impact caused both riders to sustain severe injuries.
The deceased were identified as 75-year-old Durgapada Mallik and his son, 47-year-old Bidhan Mallik. They were residents of Singhara Uttarpara in Chatari Union under Anwara Upazila. Durgapada Mallik was the son of the late Nagendra Mallik.
Witnesses reported that Durgapada Mallik, who was travelling as a passenger on the motorcycle, was thrown onto the road during the collision. He suffered critical injuries and died at the scene before local residents could arrange emergency assistance. His son, Bidhan Mallik, who was riding the motorcycle, sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Chattogram Medical College Hospital for treatment. Despite efforts by medical staff, he later succumbed to his injuries.
Accident Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | 2 June |
| Time | Approximately 8:00 a.m. |
| Location | Near Karnaphuli New Bridge, Chattogram |
| Vehicles Involved | Pickup truck and motorcycle |
| Fatalities | 2 |
| Victims | Durgapada Mallik (75) and Bidhan Mallik (47) |
| Relationship | Father and son |
| Residence | Singhara Uttarpara, Chatari Union, Anwara Upazila |
The incident caused considerable distress among local residents and commuters who witnessed the aftermath. The New Bridge area is a key transport route connecting Chattogram city with surrounding upazilas, and heavy traffic movement is common throughout the day. Road safety advocates have repeatedly stressed the importance of stricter enforcement of traffic regulations, improved driver awareness and enhanced monitoring of high-risk road sections to reduce the frequency of serious accidents.
Karnaphuli Police Station Officer-in-Charge Shahinur Zaman confirmed that legal procedures were underway following the deaths. Police have begun preparing the inquest reports and are investigating the circumstances that led to the collision. Authorities are also working to identify and locate the pickup truck driver, who reportedly fled the scene after the crash.
Investigators are expected to examine witness statements, vehicle conditions and other relevant evidence to determine the exact cause of the accident. Further legal action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation.
The deaths of Durgapada Mallik and his son Bidhan have cast a shadow of grief over their community in Anwara, where relatives and neighbours have been mourning the sudden loss of two family members in a single tragic incident.