Father of Minor Driver in Dwarka Crash Alleges Death Threats and Online Harassment
The father of the 17-year-old driver involved in the fatal accident in Dwarka on February 3 has come forward with alarming claims of death threats and abusive messages targeting his family. In a formal complaint filed with the police, he detailed a campaign of intimidation that has left his household living in constant fear.
Formal Complaints Filed Amid Growing Tensions
The man, who faces an FIR from Delhi Police for allegedly allowing his underage son to illegally drive the family SUV, stated that his wife and sons have been repeatedly targeted since the tragic incident. "On the day of the crash, many people gathered at the police station to attack my son," he claimed, describing the immediate aftermath as chaotic and threatening.
In his written complaint, he expressed sympathy with the victim's family and emphasized his cooperation with the ongoing investigation. However, he highlighted the severe harassment his family has endured, noting that his son has faced "undue hardship, humiliation, and torture" due to widespread media coverage and viral videos circulating online.
Separately, his elder son has lodged a complaint at the cybercrime police station, alleging online defamation and impersonation. He claims that a fake Instagram account using his photograph has been posting vulgar messages, further exacerbating the family's distress.
New Video Surfaces Showing Crash Aftermath
A newly circulated video, purportedly recorded by a passerby just after the accident, has added another layer to the unfolding drama. The footage shows:
- Sahil Dhaneshra, the biker, lying motionless on the roadside with his motorcycle severely mangled
- The SUV involved in the crash, along with a taxi it also struck
- A woman believed to be the sister of the minor driver attempting to shift blame onto Sahil, claiming he had been speeding
- Bystanders confronting the siblings and preventing them from leaving the scene
- Another clip showing the SUV attempting to depart before being stopped by two men
Police officials confirmed they are verifying the authenticity of these videos while continuing their investigation into the crash itself.
Investigation Progresses as Family Faces Backlash
The father, who previously told reporters he was "sorry" and "regretful" for the accident and claimed he was not in Delhi when it occurred, now finds his family at the center of a different kind of storm. He described receiving threats to life and property from unknown numbers, creating what he called a "sense of insecurity" that has disrupted their daily lives.
A senior police officer confirmed that statements from all involved parties and witnesses have been recorded, and a chargesheet will be filed soon. The investigation continues to examine both the circumstances of the crash and the subsequent allegations of harassment against the driver's family.
This case highlights the complex aftermath of high-profile accidents, where legal proceedings intersect with public outrage and online vigilantism, creating additional challenges for all parties involved in seeking justice and resolution.
