Mau, June 20 -- A tragic road accident involving the death of a local woman spiralled into chaos on Saturday, as angry agitators engaged in stone-pelting and blocked a key thoroughfare, prompting police to use force to restore order.

The incident occurred when a woman, identified as Sati Devi, was tragically struck by an unidentified vehicle while attempting to cross the road. She succumbed to her injuries on the spot, triggering an immediate and volatile reaction from residents.

As law enforcement officials arrived at the scene to secure the body and manage traffic, a group of individuals gathered and obstructed the road. The protest quickly turned violent, with some agitators pelting stones at the police personnel present.

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