A fatal road traffic collision involving a bus, an easybike, and a van in Gopalganj has resulted in one death and injuries to five other individuals.
The incident occurred at approximately 10:00am on Monday (4 May) along the Dhaka–Khulna Highway. The location of the crash was the Gopinathpur Bus Stand area under Gopalganj Sadar Upazila.
According to confirmation provided by Highway Police Sergeant Md. Abdul Gaffar, the accident involved a passenger bus operated by Falgunni Paribahan. The bus had departed from Dhaka and was en route to Mathbaria. Upon reaching the Gopinathpur Bus Stand area, the vehicle reportedly struck an easybike and a van that were stationary by the roadside. The impact of the collision resulted in immediate casualties and injuries.
The van driver, identified as Jontu Molla (45), died at the scene. He was a resident of Gopinathpur village in Gopalganj Sadar Upazila and the son of the late Ali Akbar Molla.
In addition to the fatality, five passengers travelling in the easybike, including its driver, sustained injuries. Following the incident, emergency responders transported all injured individuals to Gopalganj Medical College Hospital for medical treatment. Their current conditions were not detailed in the available report.
The highway section where the collision took place is a busy transport corridor, frequently used by long-distance passenger buses as well as local vehicles, including easybikes and vans that serve short-distance rural and semi-urban routes.
Authorities have not provided further details regarding any subsequent legal action or whether the bus driver was detained or questioned following the incident. Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the collision are being overseen by the Highway Police.
Summary of Incident Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Monday, 4 May, approximately 10:00am |
| Location | Gopinathpur Bus Stand area, Gopalganj Sadar Upazila, Dhaka–Khulna Highway |
| Vehicles Involved | Passenger bus (Falgunni Paribahan), easybike, van |
| Fatality | Jontu Molla (45), van driver |
| Injured | 5 individuals (including easybike driver and passengers) |
| Hospitalisation | Gopalganj Medical College Hospital |
| Investigating Authority | Highway Police |
The collision highlights ongoing road safety concerns on major highways in Bangladesh, particularly where mixed traffic—including long-distance buses and slower local vehicles—share the same carriageway.