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Boy, 4, Killed by Speeding Car in Noida; Driver Apprehended
19 Oct
Summary
- A four-year-old boy died after being hit by a speeding car.
- The driver attempted to flee but was caught by locals.
- Police are awaiting a formal complaint to proceed with the investigation.
A tragic accident in Noida's Sector 49 has resulted in the death of a four-year-old boy, Aniket. The incident occurred around 8 AM on Monday when a speeding white Scorpio vehicle collided with the child near the Hanuman Temple. Aniket was reportedly on his way to the temple with his mother and grandmother at the time of the accident.
Locals immediately responded, rushing the critically injured boy to a nearby hospital. Sadly, he was declared dead upon arrival. Meanwhile, the driver of the Scorpio, identified as Shaurya, attempted to flee the scene. Alerted bystanders intercepted the driver and alerted the police.
A police team from Sector 49 station arrived promptly, taking the accused driver into custody and seizing the vehicle involved. The police have stated that further proceedings will be conducted in accordance with the investigation and applicable legal provisions, pending a formal complaint from the family.
