Bengaluru Horror: Speeding SUV at 160 kmph Kills 7, Including 6 Students, in Joyride Tragedy
A serene early morning drive on the outskirts of Bengaluru transformed into a scene of unimaginable horror on Friday, as a speeding SUV crashed violently, claiming seven lives and leaving a community in mourning. The catastrophic incident occurred near Kambalipaya Gate in Hoskote taluk, turning the Dobbaspet-Hoskote Satellite Town Ring Road (STRR) stretch into a devastating crash site within mere seconds.
Deadly Speed: SUV Racing at 150-160 kmph on 100 kmph Road
According to preliminary police reports, the Mahindra XUV 700 involved in the crash was allegedly being driven at an astonishing speed of 150 to 160 kilometers per hour. This reckless velocity far exceeded the designated speed limit of 100 kmph for the stretch. Investigators stated that the driver lost control of the vehicle, initiating a chain of destruction that unfolded with terrifying rapidity.
The sequence of events was horrifyingly swift: The SUV first collided with a motorcycle, instantly killing the 26-year-old rider. It then careened into the rear of a stationary truck with tremendous force. The impact was so severe that it tore apart the truck's rear axle and sent the heavy vehicle veering off the main roadway, where it ultimately overturned.
Seven Lives Lost in Seconds: Students Among Victims
The human toll of the crash was devastating. Six students—five of them minors—along with the motorcycle rider lost their lives in the tragedy. Most of the deceased students were reportedly Class 10 and Pre-University students from various localities across Bengaluru. The impact of the collision was so catastrophic that the SUV was mangled beyond recognition, trapping all occupants inside. Two victims died instantly at the scene, while others succumbed to their injuries despite rescue efforts.
The tragedy has shattered families across the city, turning what began as a routine night out for the young students into an unimaginable loss for their parents and loved ones. The incident has cast a pall over multiple communities, with grief spreading through educational institutions and neighborhoods.
Aftermath of Destruction: SUV Dragged 150 Meters, Secondary Crash
Following the initial collision with the truck, the SUV crashed into a roadside barrier and scraped along it for approximately 150 meters before finally coming to a halt. The force of the impact was evident in the extensive damage to both vehicles and the roadway itself.
In a chilling demonstration of the ongoing danger created by high-speed crashes, about 15 minutes after the initial collision, another car rammed into the truck's detached axle that was lying on the road. Fortunately, the occupants of this vehicle escaped with only minor injuries, but the secondary crash highlighted the chaotic and dangerous aftermath that such incidents create for other road users.
Calm Highway Turned Nightmare in Moments
The truck driver involved in the crash described the road as being calm and relatively empty moments before the impact. Within seconds, his vehicle was violently struck from behind and overturned. This testimony underscores how quickly routine travel can turn tragic when combined with excessive speed.
Authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the crash, with preliminary findings strongly pointing to overspeeding as the primary cause behind the devastating accident. The incident has reignited conversations about road safety, speed enforcement, and the consequences of reckless driving on Bengaluru's highways.
The Bengaluru police are continuing their probe into the exact circumstances surrounding the joyride that ended in such profound tragedy. As families mourn their lost children and community members process the shock, the incident serves as a grim reminder of the deadly consequences when vehicles are operated far beyond safe speed limits on public roads.
