Nalbari, Nov 22: Two 14-year-old girls died and another sustained grievous injuries after a speeding SUV ran over three schoolgirls on their way to tuition classes at Saniadi in Hajo, Kamrup district, early Saturday morning.

The vehicle, reportedly a Bolero coming from Guwahati, hit the girls from behind, killing Adnin Neha on the spot. Najmina Akhtara (14), who was rushed to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) along with Sahina Akhtara (14) in critical condition, later succumbed to her injuries during treatment.

Sahina remains hospitalised with severe injuries.

“The girls were on their way when a speeding Bolero coming from Guwahati hit them, leaving one dead on the spot. I immediately screamed, and the locals gathered,” an eyewitness said.

The incident sparked public outrage

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