Meerpet apartment lift plunges, eight injured
Hyderabad : Eight people were injured after a lift plunged in an apartment building at Hanuman Nagar in Meerpet, Hyderabad, on Saturday. The accident occurred when a group of prospective buyers and other visitors were returning from the fifth floor after inspecting a flat, police said.
The impact left all eight occupants injured. Residents rushed to their aid and alerted the emergency services. The injured were shifted to a nearby private hospital for treatment.
One victim critical; police probe cause of accident
Hospital sources said one of the injured is in a critical condition, while the others are undergoing treatment for multiple injuries.
Police reached the spot soon after receiving information and began an inquiry into the incident. Officials are collecting details from apartment management, witnesses and maintenance personnel to determine whether the lift malfunctioned due to a technical fault, overloading or poor maintenance. The exact cause of the accident will be known after the inquiry is completed.
The incident triggered panic among residents of the apartment complex, with many gathering near the building soon after the lift crashed. Authorities are also expected to examine the lift’s maintenance records as part of the investigation.
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