In a harrowing turn of events, a man tragically lost his life in an accident that unfolded in the heart of Delhi’s iconic Connaught Place. The incident, which transpired amidst the bustling streets of Connaught Place on a fateful Wednesday, culminated in the untimely death of an individual, marking a somber chapter in the city’s recent history.
The victim, identified as Lekhraj, a 45-year-old homeless man, met with a fatal fate after reportedly being struck and dragged by a car for a significant distance during the ordeal. The incident sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting swift action from law enforcement authorities in the aftermath of the tragic event.
According to officials familiar with the case, the driver of the car involved in the fatal accident fled the scene in a bid to evade accountability. However, the swift and decisive intervention of the Delhi Police ensured that the driver was apprehended the following day, signaling a crucial breakthrough in the investigation.
The driver, identified as Shivam Dubey, a 28-year-old native of Madhya Pradesh, borrowed a car from a friend based in south Delhi’s Mahipalpur for a purported visit to Connaught Place. It was on his return journey, around 3:25 pm, that the chain of events leading to the tragic demise of Lekhraj was set into motion. As Lekhraj crossed the road near Barakhamba Radial Road at Connaught Place’s outer circle, he was allegedly struck by the vehicle driven by Dubey, subsequently becoming ensnared under the wheels of the car.
Despite the grave repercussions of the collision, Dubey chose to continue driving, dragging Lekhraj along the road for a distressing 10-meter stretch before eventually fleeing the scene, leaving the victim in critical condition. Lekhraj was promptly rushed to the hospital; however, medical personnel declared him deceased, underscoring the severity of the injuries sustained during the vehicular tragedy.
In a bid to elude authorities, Dubey reportedly returned the borrowed car to its rightful owner after absconding from the accident site. Yet, the vigilance of law enforcement personnel, supported by advanced surveillance technology, facilitated the swift identification of Dubey as the prime suspect in the case, propelling the investigation forward.
Dubey’s subsequent arrest and the initiation of legal proceedings under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) underscored the commitment of the authorities to ensure justice for the deceased victim, Lekhraj. Furthermore, the impoundment of the vehicle involved in the accident served as a tangible step towards accountable conduct on the roads and upholding safety standards to prevent further tragedies.
As the city grapples with the aftermath of this grievous incident, the community mourns the loss of an individual whose life was cut short due to recklessness on the road. The occurrence serves as a poignant reminder of the imperative need for responsible driving practices, advocacy for road safety measures, and the collective resolve to prevent such tragedies from recurring in the vibrant streets of Connaught Place and beyond.
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