A head-on collision between a passenger bus and a vegetable-carrying pickup truck occurred on the Dhaka-Sylhet highway in Rukunpur Bazar, Borochor area, Paniunda Union, Nabiganj, Habiganj, on the morning of August 10, 2026. The incident resulted in three fatalities and four injuries.
| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abul Kashem Miah | 50 · Male | Dead | — |
| Maulana Mashhud Ahammed Vegetable trader | 40 · Male | Dead | — |
| Moyna Miah | 42 · Male | Dead | — |
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Sherpur Highway Police cleared the road, restored traffic, seized the involved vehicles, and are conducting legal proceedings.
Local residents acting as immediate responders during incidents
Local residents rescued the injured victims and sent them to Sylhet Osmani Medical College Hospital.