A severe road crash near Maliya Miyana in Gujarat's Morbi district resulted in the death of 25 livestock animals on the Kutch-Morbi National Highway. A fast-moving truck crashed directly into a large herd of sheep and goats while they were crossing the busy transit corridor. The collision claimed the lives of at least 23 sheep and 2 goats, while more than 30 other animals sustained significant injuries. The entire episode was captured on nearby surveillance cameras.
Speeding Vehicle Plowed In from Behind
The incident occurred when pastoralists from the Maldhari community were moving their livestock toward Kutch. During their journey, the herders needed to navigate across the national highway amidst dense vehicular traffic. As the herd stepped onto the carriageway, an oncoming truck traveling at high speed failed to brake or swerve in time, giving the animals no opportunity to evade the impact. The heavy vehicle plowed straight into the midst of the animals, dragging several under its wheels.
Chaos and Panic Unfold Along the Carriageway
Surveillance footage from the location shows the group of animals steadily crossing the roadway when the speeding truck abruptly approaches from behind without slowing down. The impact tore through the herd, leaving widespread devastation across the highway. Immediately following the crash, herders scrambled into the road to rescue surviving livestock. Several dead and injured animals remained scattered across the asphalt, while panicked, wounded animals scattered in all directions.
Police Launch Hunt Using Traffic Surveillance
Following statements provided by the pastoralists, local police registered an official complaint regarding the collision. Legal proceedings against the truck driver have been initiated. Authorities are analyzing the surveillance footage recorded during the October 7 incident to trace the registration details of the truck and locate the absconding driver.
