A peaceful evening in Mohali's Sector 70 turned into a scene of unimaginable violence when a 42-year-old bus driver lost his life in a brutal road rage incident triggered by something as commonplace as honking.
The victim, identified as Ranjit Singh, was driving a private bus near the Sector 70/71 roundabout when tragedy struck. According to police reports, the fatal confrontation began when Singh allegedly honked repeatedly at a Scorpio SUV that was moving slowly ahead of him.
The Escalation of Violence
What started as a minor traffic disagreement quickly spiraled into deadly violence. Enraged by the persistent honking, the occupants of the SUV - later identified as Manpreet Singh and his accomplice Sunny - allegedly forced the bus to stop.
Eyewitness accounts describe a horrifying scene where both suspects descended from their vehicle and launched a vicious physical assault on the bus driver. The attack was so brutal that Ranjit Singh collapsed on the spot, suffering critical injuries.
Police Response and Investigation
Local authorities responded promptly to emergency calls, rushing the injured driver to Fortis Hospital in Mohali. Despite medical efforts, doctors declared him brought dead upon arrival.
The Mohali police have registered a case under Section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code against both accused. Investigators revealed that the main suspect, Manpreet Singh, owns a liquor vend in the area, while his accomplice Sunny works as a helper there.
Community Shock and Aftermath
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, raising serious concerns about road safety and the growing problem of road rage in urban areas. Local residents expressed outrage over the extreme violence triggered by such a minor provocation.
Police officials confirmed that investigations are ongoing, with teams working to apprehend both suspects who fled the scene after the attack. The case highlights the urgent need for better traffic management and public awareness about controlling road rage.
This tragic incident serves as a grim reminder of how quickly everyday situations on Indian roads can turn fatal, leaving families devastated and communities questioning the state of road safety culture in the country.
