One cop dead, two injured after roof of barrack collapses in Kanpur

One police personnel lost his life while two were injured when the roof of barrack in Kanpur police line collapsed. The injured were rushed to the nearest hospital for the treatment. The police said that rescue operation has been completed and the incident will be investigated.

Kanpur (UP): One police personnel died, while two were injured when the roof of barrack in Kanpur police line collapsed on Monday late night.

"Three of our men were injured, one of them succumbed to his injuries, Preetinder Singh, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kanpur said while speaking to media.

"We express our condolences to his family, compensation will be given. His last rites will be performed with full honour," he added.

He further informed that rescue operation has been completed and the incident will be investigated.

The injured personnel were rescued and they have been admitted to hospital for treatment.

(ANI Report)