In October, 27 people were killed and 48 others injured in 27 road accidents across the Sylhet division. This information was revealed in a monthly report published by the Nirapad Sarak Chai (Nischa) Sylhet divisional committee on Wednesday (November 4).
The report states that the highest number of casualties occurred in Sylhet district, while the lowest accidents took place in Sunamganj. Excessive speed, reckless overtaking, not wearing helmets, and road structural flaws were cited as the main causes.
Among the 27 deceased, 18 are men, 3 are women, and 6 are children. Compared to September, both accidents and fatalities slightly increased in October.
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