A tragic incident occurred in Kheda district where a one-and-a-half-year-old boy lost his life after being run over by a tractor at an industrial unit. The Kathlal police have registered a case against a co-worker for alleged negligence following a complaint filed by the child's father on Sunday.
Incident Details
The complainant, Sandeep Baria, a 31-year-old labourer from Dahod district, informed the police that he and his wife were employed at a private firm located on the Kathlal-Anara-Singodiya Road. The couple, along with their youngest son, resided in accommodation provided by the company. Baria worked as a machine operator, while his wife was employed as a helper.
According to the complaint lodged on Saturday, the accident occurred a day earlier when the couple resumed work after the lunch break. Their toddler, who had accompanied them to the workplace, was playing near the ramp outside the firm's godown. Around 2:30 PM, a co-worker identified as Sharatna Bhabhor from Mahisagar district allegedly drove a green tractor out of the godown at high speed and in a negligent manner. While moving out, the tractor ran over the child, who was playing close to the ramp.
Injuries and Medical Response
The child suffered serious abdominal injuries as the tractor wheel passed over him. He also sustained injuries to his right arm and leg. The parents, along with the company manager, rushed the toddler to a private hospital in Kathlal. Given the critical nature of his injuries, doctors referred him to a higher medical facility. Acting on medical advice, the boy was shifted to the Civil Hospital in Asarwa in Ahmedabad, where he was admitted to the intensive care unit. Despite undergoing treatment, he succumbed to his injuries early on Sunday morning.
Legal Action
Police officials confirmed that a case has been registered against the tractor driver, and further investigation is underway.
