Elderly Man Fatally Struck by Truck on Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway in Gurgaon
A tragic road accident claimed the life of a 68-year-old man on the Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway near Ravi Hotel in Gurgaon on Wednesday. The victim, identified as Narendra Yadav, a resident of Kherki Daula, was riding his electric scooter when he was hit from behind by a truck, resulting in fatal injuries.
Details of the Fatal Collision and Immediate Aftermath
The incident occurred around 3:30 PM as Yadav was traveling towards Nainwal for private work. Police reports indicate that the truck collided with his e-scooter from the rear, violently throwing him off the vehicle. The impact caused severe injuries, and despite being rushed to a nearby hospital by passers-by who alerted emergency services, doctors declared him dead upon arrival.
Following the crash, the truck driver immediately fled the scene and remains absconding. Authorities have seized the truck from the spot and are actively working to trace and apprehend the driver. A case has been registered under sections 281 (rash driving) and 106 (death by negligence) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with police teams dedicated to the investigation.
Police Investigation and Traffic Management Efforts
Police personnel promptly arrived at the accident site, diverting traffic on the busy highway to prevent further incidents. The investigation is now focused on multiple fronts to uncover the circumstances leading to this fatal event.
Key aspects of the probe include:- Examining CCTV footage from nearby establishments, such as roadside eateries and toll points, to track the truck's movements before and after the collision.
- Verifying the vehicle's registration details to identify the owner and determine who was driving at the time of the accident.
- Recording statements from eyewitnesses to gather firsthand accounts of the incident.
The body of Narendra Yadav has been sent for a post-mortem examination as part of standard procedures. This accident highlights ongoing road safety concerns on one of the region's busiest expressways, prompting calls for stricter enforcement and driver accountability.
