Indian-origin father dies after being struck by truck in Australia, weeks after daughter's birth

He died at the scene.According to The Canberra Times, Sharma was a healthcare employee and a father of two young daughters. His family had welcomed their second daughter only three weeks before his death.Harkirat Singh, a childhood friend of Sharma, described the incident as an "incredibly painful" time for the family. "Only three weeks earlier, Harsh and his family had welcomed their beautiful newborn daughter into the world. "Harsh passed away suddenly and tragically at just 30 years old, leaving behind his loving wife and two beautiful little daughters. "Officers attached to Monaro Police District attended and found a pedestrian had been struck by a semi-trailer truck.

Source: Times of India September 13, 2026 09:19 UTC