The images that this accident conjures up are now painfully familiar in Jammu and Kashmir:  a mangled vehicle, frantic rescue efforts by police and local volunteers, and grieving families left to piece together a future abruptly shattered. The prompt response of Station House Officer Banihal, his team, and local volunteers deserves acknowledgement. They rushed to the spot soon after information was received, and made strenuous efforts to pull the trapped occupants from the wreckage.