Silver on Road Triggers Kilometers-Long Traffic Jam as People Stop Vehicles to Collect it
A strange scene unfolded as silver pieces scattered on the road, prompting people to stop vehicles and collect them, causing a kilometers-long traffic jam.
A strange and chaotic scene unfolded on the Delhi–Lucknow Highway in Hapur on Monday when silver pieces scattered on the road, triggering a rush among commuters and passersby. Vehicles were stopped abruptly as people got down to collect the silver, leading to a massive traffic jam on the busy highway.
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How the Incident Happened
According to available details, a bike rider was travelling with a bag full of silver pieces on the Delhi–Lucknow Highway. During the journey, the bottom of the bag suddenly tore, causing silver to spill onto the road over a long stretch.
Before the rider could realize what had happened, people travelling behind him stopped their vehicles and began picking up the silver from the road.
Traffic Disrupted for 30 Minutes
The unexpected rush resulted in:
- Nearly 1-kilometre-long traffic jam
- Around 30 minutes of disruption on the highway
- Vehicles parked randomly on the roadside
- Commuters abandoning their cars and bikes to grab silver
The situation created panic and confusion, especially during peak traffic hours.
Rider Loses Silver
By the time the bike rider noticed the torn bag and stopped his vehicle, most of the silver had already been taken by people at the spot. Many reportedly fled with the silver pieces before any action could be taken.
No Immediate Recovery
There were no immediate reports of recovery of the silver. The incident once again highlighted how quickly public order can break down on busy highways when such unexpected events occur.
Authorities are expected to review the situation and take steps to prevent similar incidents on major roads in the future.
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