A tragic accident claimed the life of a factory worker in Gurgaon late on Sunday night. The incident occurred near Sunday Market in Sanjay Colony, sparking immediate protests from local residents.
Details of the Fatal Incident
Police reports indicate that a water tanker traveling at high speed crushed the worker. The driver quickly fled the scene, disappearing into the crowd that gathered after the crash.
The victim has been identified as Pradeep, aged 40. Originally from Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh, he had resided in Jawahar Colony for many years. Pradeep worked at a factory located in Sanjay Colony.
Sequence of Events
On Sunday evening, Pradeep finished his factory duty around 9 pm and began walking home. As he reached the busy Sunday Market area, the speeding water tanker approached from behind.
The tanker allegedly ran him over, causing severe injuries. Witnesses at the scene rushed to assist him and tried to transport him to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, Pradeep succumbed to his injuries before receiving any medical treatment.
Community Outrage and Protests
Local residents quickly assembled at the accident site following the tragedy. They raised slogans and voiced their frustration about what they describe as frequent accidents in the vicinity of Sunday Market.
Community members highlighted ongoing safety concerns. They pointed out that heavy vehicles regularly travel through this congested stretch at dangerous speeds. Poor visibility conditions and significant pedestrian traffic compound these risks, according to locals.
Police Response and Investigation
Law enforcement authorities have registered a formal case against the tanker driver based on a complaint from the victim's family. An officer confirmed that the driver escaped immediately after the collision.
"We have initiated a case and launched search operations to locate the driver," the officer stated. Investigation teams are currently examining CCTV footage from cameras installed in and around the market area.
Their objective is to identify the specific tanker involved and track down the absconding driver. Police have assured that further investigation remains ongoing.
