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Pickup Driver's Drunken Rampage Kills One, Injures Six
7 Jun
Summary
- A pickup driver, allegedly intoxicated, caused a fatal accident.
- The vehicle struck pedestrians, rickshaws, and two-wheelers over three kilometers.
- One person died and six others sustained serious injuries in the incident.
A tragic road accident occurred late Saturday night near Mahindra Garden in Balotra city, leaving one person dead and six others critically injured. The incident involved a pickup vehicle whose driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol.
The pickup vehicle traveled for nearly three kilometers, hitting pedestrians, rickshaws, and two-wheelers along its path. Eyewitnesses described the vehicle speeding recklessly, causing severe damage and injuries.
One victim, identified as Ganesh (41), succumbed to his injuries at Nahata Government Hospital. The injured individuals, including Vishnu (35), Jeetu (20), Jitendra (25), Loonaram (45), and Rameshnath (25), are receiving medical attention.
Police have detained the driver and seized the vehicle. An investigation is underway, including the examination of CCTV footage and eyewitness testimonies, to determine the exact sequence of events. The incident caused significant public concern and tension in the area.
