Late-night crash claims young student’s life
A 26-year-old college student who worked part-time as a food delivery rider died after his motorcycle was hit by a speeding truck near Tiruchirappalli airport late on Friday night, in an incident that has once again highlighted the risks faced by gig economy workers on Indian roads.
The deceased has been identified as S Mohamed Aasiq, a third-year BCA student of Jamal Mohamed College and a resident of Mullai Nagar, located close to the airport. Aasiq was working as a delivery partner with Zomato, balancing his studies with part-time work to meet his educational and personal expenses.
Accident on Trichy–Pudukkottai Road
According to police, the accident occurred at around 11.15 pm near the KNS truck weigh bridge on the Trichy–Pudukkottai Road. A truck, allegedly being driven at high speed, rammed into Aasiq’s motorcycle from behind. The impact threw him off the vehicle, causing severe injuries.
Passers-by alerted emergency services, and Aasiq was rushed to Trichy Government General Hospital. Despite sustained medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries at around 1.30 am on Saturday.
Case registered, truck seized
Based on a complaint lodged by Aasiq’s father, Sheikh, the Airport police registered a case and impounded the truck involved in the accident. An autopsy was conducted before the body was handed over to the grieving family for last rites.
The truck driver, R Saravanan (26), a resident of Muthaliyar Chathiram, has been booked under Section 281 (rash driving) and Section 106(1) (causing death by negligence) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Police officials said further investigation is underway to ascertain the exact sequence of events and determine accountability.
A life cut short
Friends and college staff described Aasiq as a sincere student who was committed to completing his degree while supporting himself through honest work. His death has triggered renewed calls for stricter enforcement against rash driving and improved road safety measures, particularly on highways frequented by heavy vehicles.