Andhra MP defends son after Aston Martin runs over woman
What's the story
Lingamaneni Ramesh, a Rajya Sabha MP from Pawan Kalyan-led Jana Sena Party, has defended his son Lingamaneni Sanjush, who has been booked for causing the death of a 26-year-old woman in a road accident in Hyderabad. The incident occurred on August 16 when Bharathi Mukhi, a 26-year-old employee of the Lifestyle store at Inorbit Mall, was hit by an Aston Martin driven by Sanjush. Ramesh said his son immediately rushed Mukhi to the hospital and informed police about the accident.
Investigation plea
MP requests public not to speculate
"Immediately after the accident, my son shifted the young woman to the hospital without any delay. He subsequently reported the accident to the police authorities and provided all the necessary details," Ramesh said.
The MP requested the public not to speculate or prejudge until the investigation is over.
Ramesh also said that three separate medical tests on Sanjush returned negative, indicating no alcohol consumption.
"The investigation is presently underway, and my son is fully cooperating with the authorities," he said.
Legal respect
Ramesh rejects allegations of trying to influence case
Ramesh has also rejected allegations of trying to influence the case due to his political position.
He said, "Nothing is being concealed in this matter, nor have we attempted to avoid the legal process in any way."
According to cops, Sanjush was driving at high speed in a reckless and irresponsible manner when the collision occurred.
The luxury vehicle has been seized.
Case registered
Bharathi died at hospital after suffering serious head injuries
On August 16, Bharathi and her colleague Pooja Ashok Alone had gone for lunch around 3:00pm and were returning to work when the accident happened.
As Bharathi tried to cross the road near Inorbit Mall, she was hit by the car (TG-09-G-0666).
Bharathi suffered serious head injuries and died at Apollo Hospital.
Pooja informed store manager Ashwin Kumar, who then alerted police.
Non-arrest status
Sanjush has not been arrested yet
The police have registered a case under Section 106(1) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with causing death by a rash or negligent act.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Ch Sridhar said no arrest had been made as the offense is bailable with a maximum punishment of less than seven years.
Instead, he was served a notice under Section 35 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) to ensure his cooperation with the investigation.