Delhi: Speeding Thar hits 2 pedestrians, 1 dies
What's the story
A high-speed Thar vehicle rammed into two pedestrians on 11 Murti Road in Delhi's Chanakyapuri area on Sunday morning. The incident left one person dead and another critically injured. The deceased was declared dead at the scene while the injured pedestrian was rushed to a hospital for treatment.
Scene aftermath
Victim's body lay on road for several hours
The victim's body lay on the road for several hours before it was removed by authorities. Visuals from the scene show extensive damage to the Thar, with its wheels dislodged and a dented fender. A forensic team was seen collecting evidence at the spot, including liquor bottles found inside the vehicle, raising suspicions of drunk driving.
Driver's statement
Driver claims to dozed off while driving
The 26-year-old driver of the Thar has been detained by the police for questioning. He claimed to have borrowed the vehicle from a friend and dozed off while driving. Police are investigating if alcohol consumption was involved in this incident. A medical examination will be conducted on the accused to determine if he was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.
Ongoing investigation
Investigation underway
The Chanakyapuri police station is leading the investigation into this tragic incident. The forensic team has started examining the damaged Thar as part of their probe. Preliminary information suggests that both pedestrians were walking along 11 Murti Road when they were hit by the speeding vehicle. The incident occurred just two kilometers from Rashtrapati Bhavan, a prominent landmark in Delhi.