Sylhet, June 6 -- A total of 51 people were killed and 65 others injured in 42 road accidents in Sylhet division in May, marking the highest monthly death toll from road crashes this year, according to a report.

Of the deceased, 20 were motorcycle riders or passengers.

The highest number of fatalities was reported in Sylhet district, while the lowest was recorded in Moulvibazar district.

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The Sylhet divisional committee of Nirapad Sarak Chai (NISCHA) revealed the data in a report published on Saturday.

According to the report, 17 road accidents occurred in Sylhet district in May, leaving 21 people dead and 40 injured.

In Sunamganj, 13 accidents killed 16 people and injured 20 others. In Moulvib...