Tragic Hit-and-Run Claims Life of Six-Year-Old Boy on Kanpur Road
A devastating hit-and-run accident near the Hanuman Temple on Kanpur Road in the Banthra police station area has left a community in mourning. The incident, which occurred on Thursday night, resulted in the tragic death of a six-year-old boy and serious injuries to five other individuals, including two women and two children.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The accident unfolded around 8:30 PM when Pramod Kumar, a resident of Sahijanpur, parked his motorcycle by the roadside to purchase goods from a nearby shop. Eyewitness accounts describe a car traveling from Lucknow towards Kanpur at an excessively high speed. The vehicle first collided with Kumar's parked motorcycle, causing initial alarm among locals.
As bystanders attempted to intervene and stop the speeding car, the situation escalated dramatically. The driver allegedly accelerated in a desperate attempt to flee the scene, creating a dangerous and chaotic environment. In the ensuing panic, the car struck 12-year-old Armaan, causing injuries to the young boy.
Multiple Victims in Rapid Succession
The tragedy continued to unfold as the car traveled approximately 100 meters further along the road. There, it struck three members of the same family: 35-year-old Sadhana Patel, her 60-year-old mother-in-law Meena Devi, and her six-year-old son Dikshant. The impact proved fatal for young Dikshant, who succumbed to his injuries, while the other family members sustained significant injuries.
The complete list of victims includes:
- Dikshant (6 years old) - Fatally injured
- Armaan (12 years old) - Injured
- Sadhana Patel (35 years old) - Injured
- Meena Devi (60 years old) - Injured
- Two additional injured individuals (details pending confirmation)
Community Response and Police Investigation
Local residents expressed shock and outrage at the incident, with many questioning the lack of traffic safety measures in the area. The Banthra police have launched a comprehensive investigation into the hit-and-run, examining CCTV footage from nearby establishments and collecting statements from multiple eyewitnesses.
"This tragic incident highlights the urgent need for improved pedestrian safety measures on busy roads like Kanpur Road," noted a local community leader who wished to remain anonymous. "Our hearts go out to the families affected by this senseless tragedy."
The police are actively searching for the driver and vehicle involved in the incident. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the speeding car or its driver to come forward immediately to assist with the investigation.
