A peaceful Sunday evening in North Delhi's Samaypur Badli area turned into a scene of unimaginable tragedy when an 18-month-old infant was crushed to death by a speeding SUV. The heart-wrenching incident has left the local community in shock and mourning.
The Fateful Evening
According to police reports, the tragic event unfolded around 6:30 PM on Sunday when the toddler was playing near his residence in the Samaypur Badli locality. Witnesses described a horrifying sequence of events where a Hyundai Creta SUV, allegedly being driven at high speed, lost control and mounted the pavement where the child was playing.
Immediate Aftermath and Community Response
Local residents rushed to the scene immediately after hearing the commotion, but the infant had already sustained critical injuries. The child was quickly transported to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead upon arrival. The medical examination confirmed multiple severe injuries consistent with a high-impact vehicle collision.
Enraged locals gathered at the accident site, demanding immediate action against the driver and better road safety measures in the residential area. The protestors highlighted that speeding vehicles in residential zones have been a persistent problem, with several near-miss incidents reported previously.
Police Investigation and Arrest
Delhi Police responded promptly to the incident, registering a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. The driver, identified as a 28-year-old resident of the same locality, was arrested at the scene. Preliminary investigation suggests that the driver lost control of the vehicle while navigating through the narrow residential lanes.
"We have taken the driver into custody and are investigating all aspects of the case," stated a senior police officer from the Samaypur Badli police station. "The vehicle has been seized for technical examination to determine the exact speed and mechanical condition at the time of the incident."
Growing Concerns Over Road Safety
This tragic incident has reignited concerns about road safety in Delhi's residential areas, particularly regarding:
- Speeding vehicles in densely populated localities
- Lack of proper speed breakers and traffic calming measures
- Inadequate pedestrian infrastructure
- Parking issues that force children to play near roads
Local residents have demanded immediate installation of speed breakers, better signage, and increased police patrolling in residential areas to prevent such tragedies in the future.
