Malkanigiri: In a tragic mishap, three persons were killed and 12 others sustained critical injuries after a Pickup van in which they were travelling overturned near Pangam on Malkanigiri- Gobindapali high way in Malkanigiri district today.

The identity of both deceased and injured is yet to be ascertained. The injured persons have been rushed to Mathili hospital for treatment.

According to reports, the mishap took place when a pickup van carrying some people of Pangama area was on its way to Mailthili for attending an Ujjwala programme. Driver of the vehicle lost his control over the wheels and it over turned.

On being informed, police reached the spot and started investigation.