Nagpur Resident Dies in Tragic Hit-and-Run Incident on Old Kamptee Road
In a devastating road accident, Ahmad Khan Rashid Khan, a 46-year-old resident of Arvind Nagar in Yashodhara Nagar, Nagpur, lost his life after a speeding car collided with his motorcycle on Tuesday evening. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community and highlights the dangers of reckless driving on city roads.
Details of the Fatal Collision
According to the First Information Report (FIR) filed at the Kalamna police station, the tragic event unfolded around 5:30 PM near a grocery store located on Old Kamptee Road in the Kalamna area. Khan was riding his motorcycle when an unidentified car, traveling at high speed, struck him, leading to severe injuries. Eyewitnesses reported that the car driver fled the scene immediately after the crash, leaving Khan critically wounded on the road.
Police Response and Legal Action
Local authorities swiftly responded to the scene, and Khan was rushed to Mayo Hospital for emergency medical treatment. Despite efforts by healthcare professionals, he was declared dead upon arrival. The Kalamna police have registered a case against the unknown car driver under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Motor Vehicles Act. An investigation is currently underway to identify and apprehend the culprit, with police reviewing CCTV footage and gathering statements from witnesses.
Family and Community Impact
The FIR was lodged by Khan's nephew, Abdul Wasif Abdul Basir, aged 40, who expressed deep grief over the untimely loss. The incident has raised concerns about road safety in Nagpur, with residents calling for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and improved surveillance on accident-prone stretches like Old Kamptee Road. This hit-and-run case underscores the urgent need for public awareness campaigns to prevent such tragedies in the future.
