Two Pedestrians Killed in Jaipur Hit-and-Run Near Loha Mandi, Driver Flees Scene
In a tragic incident that has shocked the local community, two pedestrians lost their lives after being struck by a speeding car near Loha Mandi in Jaipur. The accident occurred late on Saturday night under the jurisdiction of the Harmada police station, leaving residents in mourning and demanding justice.
Details of the Fatal Accident
According to Harmada police station ASI Hari Singh, the incident took place around 10:15 PM. The victims, identified as Birdi Chandra Sharma (40) and Rahul Meena (19), were walking on the service lane after closing a sweet shop. An unidentified car, traveling at high speed from Neendad Mod towards Loha Mandi, barreled into them, knocking them down with immense force.
The impact was so severe that both individuals sustained critical injuries. In a desperate attempt to escape, the driver of the speeding vehicle rammed into another car approaching from the opposite direction before abandoning the damaged car at the scene and fleeing on foot.
Police Response and Aftermath
Police officials reached the location promptly after receiving information about the accident. They found the injured victims in a critical condition and immediately shifted them to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, despite medical efforts, doctors declared both Birdi Chandra Sharma and Rahul Meena dead during treatment.
Post-mortem examinations were conducted on Sunday afternoon at the Kanwatiya Hospital mortuary. Following the necessary procedures, the bodies were handed over to their grieving families. Birdi Chandra Sharma was the owner of the sweet shop, while Rahul Meena was a student, adding to the tragedy of their untimely deaths.
Community Outrage and Ongoing Investigation
The incident sparked protests by local residents on Sunday, with crowds gathering to demand the immediate arrest of the accused driver. Residents voiced their concerns, alleging that the Harmada area has witnessed a spate of similar accidents over the past several months, highlighting ongoing safety issues.
Police have launched a thorough search for the car driver who fled the scene. Authorities are reviewing evidence from the abandoned vehicle and eyewitness accounts to identify and apprehend the perpetrator. This hit-and-run case underscores the urgent need for stricter traffic enforcement and road safety measures in the region to prevent such devastating occurrences in the future.
