Mumbai Police Arrests Speeding Mercedes Driver After Juhu Crash
Juhu Police in Mumbai arrested a speeding car driver on Monday. Officers charged him with careless driving following a serious collision. The incident involved a Mercedes, an auto-rickshaw, and a vehicle from Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar's security detail.
Details of the Juhu Accident
A speeding Mercedes hit an auto-rickshaw from behind in Juhu on Monday night. The impact was severe. It flipped the auto-rickshaw over. The rickshaw then crashed into a car from Akshay Kumar's security team. The collision happened around 8:30 pm.
Mumbai Police confirmed two people sustained injuries in the crash. The accident involved the two cars and the auto-rickshaw. Police identified the accused driver as Radheshyam Rai. They filed a case against him under sections 281, 125(A), and 125(B) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Footage and Local Response
Videos from the accident spot quickly emerged online. The footage showed locals helping police officers. Together, they freed a hurt man from the damaged vehicle. The scene was chaotic. Residents provided immediate assistance before medical teams arrived.
The brother of the auto-rickshaw driver spoke to ANI. Mohammed Sameer expressed deep concern. He stated his brother suffered serious injuries. The auto-rickshaw was completely destroyed in the crash.
Brother's Plea for Help
Mohammed Sameer made an emotional appeal. He said, "My brother's rickshaw was completely destroyed. His condition is serious. Our only request is that my brother gets proper medical treatment. He needs the required medicines. We also seek compensation for the damaged rickshaw."
The family faces significant distress. They hope for swift support to cover medical costs and vehicle losses.
Akshay Kumar's Silence and Ongoing Investigation
Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has not commented on the incident. His security team was involved, but he remains silent. Further updates on the event are yet to come. Police continue their investigation into the exact causes and circumstances.
This case highlights ongoing traffic safety concerns in Mumbai. Authorities urge drivers to avoid speeding and reckless behavior. The arrest serves as a warning to others on the road.
