Mobile Phone Deflects Bullet, Saves Auto Driver's Life in Satna
A young auto driver in Satna owes his life to an unexpected protector - his mobile phone. The device acted as a shield during a violent road rage incident, deflecting a bullet that could have caused a fatal injury.
The Fateful Confrontation on Rewa Road
The dramatic event unfolded on January 17 near an automobile shop on Rewa Road, within Kolgawan police jurisdiction. Vidyasagar Nishad, a 24-year-old auto driver known locally as Kallu, experienced a minor collision with a motorcycle carrying four youths.
What began as a small traffic accident quickly escalated into a dangerous confrontation. The motorcycle riders blocked Kallu's auto, hurled abuses at him, and refused to let the matter rest peacefully.
The Moment the Phone Became a Lifesaver
When Kallu objected to the verbal abuse, the situation turned violent. One of the youths, identified as a juvenile, allegedly pulled out a pistol and fired five rounds with clear intent to harm.
One bullet found its mark on the mobile phone Kallu kept in his shirt pocket. The impact altered the bullet's trajectory significantly before it struck his right thigh. Medical professionals examining the injury confirmed the phone likely saved his life by reducing the bullet's force and changing its path away from vital organs.
Police Action and Arrests
Following Kallu's complaint, Kolgawan police registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Arms Act. Their investigation led to swift action against the perpetrators.
Police arrested two adult accused:
- Shubham Kumar Pandey alias Golu (aged 18 years, 11 months)
- Satyam Tiwari (aged 19)
Authorities also detained two juveniles allegedly involved in the firing incident. During the arrests, police recovered significant evidence including a country-made pistol, four empty cartridges, and one live round.
The two adult accused now face confinement in central jail, while the juveniles have been produced before the Juvenile Justice Board and sent to a child observation home. Police continue their investigation into the matter.
Not the First Time Technology Intervenes
This incident marks the second time in recent months where everyday items have prevented tragedy during shootings. In December last year, a man in Rau, Indore survived a daylight shooting when a bullet struck both his mobile phone and an ATM card in his trouser pocket before merely grazing his leg.
These remarkable stories highlight how ordinary objects can become extraordinary protectors in moments of crisis, turning potential tragedies into stories of survival against overwhelming odds.
