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BMW Driver Accused in Fatal Hit-and-Run
19 Jan
Summary
- Businessman Mihir Shah faces culpable homicide charges in a fatal 2026 accident.
- Victim Kaveri Nakhwa was tragically dragged 1.5-2 km by the speeding car.
- Father, son, and driver are all accused in the fatal Worli incident.
In a significant development, prosecution on Monday submitted draft charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder against businessman Mihir Shah in a fatal 2026 BMW hit-and-run case. The incident occurred in Worli, resulting in the death of 45-year-old Kaveri Nakhwa, who was a pillion rider. Shah's father, Rajesh Shah, a former Shiv Sena functionary, and their driver, Rajrishi Bindawat, are also implicated.
The accident happened on July 7, 2026, when Kaveri and her husband were on their scooter. A speeding BMW allegedly struck them, with Kaveri being dragged for an estimated 1.5 to 2 kilometers before the driver stopped. Mihir Shah, initially driving, was arrested on July 10, 2026, while Bindawat, who allegedly drove after the accident, was arrested on July 9, 2026.
Investigators stated the BMW was driven negligently at high speed. The previous night, Mihir allegedly consumed alcohol before embarking on the drive. The car later stalled after crossing the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, leading to the apprehension of Rajesh Shah and Bindawat by the police.
