A peaceful Sunday evening turned into unimaginable tragedy for a family in Delhi's Samaypur Badli area when their 18-month-old son was crushed under the wheels of a speeding SUV. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community and raised serious questions about road safety in residential areas.
The Horrific Incident
According to police reports, the toddler was playing near his home in the JJ Colony of Samaypur Badli around 6:30 PM on Sunday. In a moment of horrific negligence, an SUV driven by 23-year-old Sahil lost control and mounted the pavement where the child was playing.
"The child was playing outside his house when the SUV, coming at high speed, hit him," said a senior police officer from the Samaypur Badli police station. "Despite immediate medical attention, the infant succumbed to his injuries at the hospital."
Immediate Police Action
Local residents immediately alerted authorities and the driver, Sahil, was apprehended at the scene. The police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Motor Vehicles Act.
"We have arrested the accused driver and the vehicle has been seized for investigation," confirmed the investigating officer. "The accused has been charged with causing death by negligence and other relevant sections."
Community Outrage and Demands
The tragic incident has sparked outrage among local residents who have long complained about reckless driving in their neighborhood. Many are demanding better traffic regulation and speed control measures in residential areas.
Local resident Sunil Kumar expressed the community's anguish: "This is not the first time such incidents have happened here. We need proper speed breakers and stricter enforcement of traffic rules in residential colonies to prevent such tragedies."
Ongoing Investigation
The police investigation is currently focused on determining whether the driver was under the influence of alcohol or if there were any mechanical failures with the vehicle. Forensic teams have examined the accident site while witness statements are being recorded.
Authorities have assured the family of thorough investigation and swift justice. The postmortem report is awaited to determine the exact cause of death and the extent of injuries sustained by the infant.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a grim reminder of the urgent need for improved road safety measures, especially in densely populated residential areas where children often play near roads.
