There is a rule for lrries and mini lories to have guard rails at both sides and back to avoid such incidents,if this issue is highlighted then the lorry guys sure would be in a ditch,
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I am not sure if the rule applies to older vehicles. But I think they should be. May theri souls rest in peace.
It is not advisable to drive the car during the pre-morning as the drivers will tend to feel sleepy during at time and mos tof the accidents happen during 2~5 am in morning. RIP the departed souls.