STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: Locals and relatives of deceased girl, who was killed in an accident by a speeding matador, blocked Tallab Tillo Road seeking stern action against the erring driver.
A school going girl was on Monday crushed to death when she was run over by a fast moving matador near Poonch House. The matador driver was arrested by the police from the accident site.
To register their anger against the Matador drivers and insensitive traffic cops, the relatives of the girl along with local residents and shopkeepers blocked the Talab Tillo road for several hours.
The locals alleged that drivers never bother to adhere to traffic norms especially at the Talab Tillo Bohri road which needs extra bit of precaution due to its width and congestion.
Accusing Motor Vehicle Department of issuing matador permits without looking into the requirement, locals demanded that a curb should be made on issuing new permits. They also demanded special drive against erring drivers of public transport in Jammu and its adjoining areas.
