In a tragic incident on Saturday, a 34-year-old cyclist named Rajesh was killed when a Mercedes car collided with him in Delhi’s Ashram area. The Delhi police have seized the vehicle involved and detained the driver

Under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, fleeing an accident scene can result in a jail term of up to 10 years and a fine of ₹7 lakh. In a related case from 2016, a speeding Mercedes in Delhi caused a fatal accident. After eight years of legal proceedings, the court recently awarded ₹1.98 crore in compensation to the deceased’s family.

This incident highlights a concerning pattern of accidents involving luxury vehicles across India. Here’s a look at some notable cases in recent years:

  1. Mumbai Rickshaw Driver Killed by Speeding SUV: A Mumbai rickshaw driver was crushed to death by a speeding SUV, with two individuals arrested in connection to the incident.
  2. Nagpur Mercedes Incident: On February 25, 2024, a woman driving a Mercedes in Nagpur, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, caused the deaths of two men on a scooter.
  3. Pune Porsche Accident: On May 19, 2024, a Porsche, allegedly driven by a minor who was intoxicated, hit two IT professionals in Pune’s Kalyani Nagar area, killing them. The case stirred significant outrage, especially over the juvenile driver being required to write a 300-word essay on road safety to secure bail, and accusations of evidence tampering, such as switching out the minor’s blood samples with his mother’s.
  4. Worli Hit-and-Run: The BMW hit-and-run case in Worli involved Mihir Shah, whose blood and urine samples tested negative for alcohol despite severe allegations.

    The rising number of fatal accidents involving luxury vehicles underscores a troubling trend in road safety and accountability. As legal proceedings and compensation cases continue, they highlight the need for stringent measures and responsible driving to prevent such tragedies.