A horrific road accident in the early hours of Friday left two young individuals fighting for their lives in Indore. The incident, involving a speeding car and a scooter, occurred in the bustling Vijay Nagar area, sending shockwaves through the locality.
Details of the Early Morning Collision
The accident took place at around 2:30 am on Friday near Sayaji Square. According to the Vijay Nagar police, the victims were on their scooter, turning towards the square from the direction of the Sayaji petrol pump. At that moment, a car speeding from Bapat Square towards Vijay Nagar smashed into the two-wheeler head-on.
The force of the impact was devastating. Both riders, Harsh Soni and Bhawani Yadav, were thrown off the scooter. The vehicle itself was dragged for nearly 100 feet along the road, underscoring the high speed and violent nature of the crash. Both sustained serious, critical injuries in the collision.
Victims and Driver Identified
The police have identified the two injured youths. Harsh Soni, originally from Jabalpur, currently resides in Vijay Nagar while preparing for competitive banking examinations. Bhawani Yadav hails from Satna and is employed with a private firm. She lives in Scheme No 78. The duo was returning to their flat when the tragedy struck.
Law enforcement acted swiftly, taking the car driver into custody. The accused, identified as Sumit Thakur, is now under police detention. Vijay Nagar police station in-charge Chandrakant Patel confirmed that the vehicle involved has been seized and a thorough investigation is currently underway to determine the exact circumstances and potential negligence.
Aftermath and Ongoing Investigation
Immediately after the accident, passers-by and police rushed both critically injured victims to a nearby hospital. They are currently undergoing intensive medical treatment, with their condition reported as serious.
This incident has once again highlighted the grave dangers of reckless and speeding driving, especially during late-night hours. The Vijay Nagar police are piecing together the final moments before the crash and will proceed with legal action based on their findings. The community awaits updates on the health of the young victims while authorities stress the importance of road safety.
