A tragic incident occurred in Raipur on Wednesday morning when a speeding water tanker crushed a 15-year-old boy who was walking to his tuition classes. The tanker driver fled the scene after the accident. Police have identified the driver and stated that an arrest will be made soon.
CCTV Footage Reveals Sequence of Events
Viral CCTV footage shows the victim, Mahaveer Sharma, walking along the roadside with a bag slung over his shoulder. An unidentified motorcycle brushed against him, causing him to stagger and fall. As he attempted to stand up, the tanker's wheels passed over him. Locals rushed to his aid, but he succumbed to his injuries on the spot.
Investigation into the Motorcycle's Role
Investigators are examining the movement of the unidentified bike. Police suspect that the bike's sudden movement may have caused the teenager to lose balance or come dangerously close to the tanker's path. Officials are probing whether the biker accidentally pushed or brushed against the boy moments before the impact. Notably, the biker was among the first to reach the teen after the accident.
Public Outrage Over Reckless Driving
The incident has sparked outrage in the locality. Residents allege that speeding tankers and heavy vehicles continue to move recklessly through residential and school zones despite repeated accidents. It is reported that tankers are often driven by youths or teens under the influence of substances.
