Cyclist Killed in Hit-and-Run by Speeding Mercedes in Delhi’s Ashram Area

The driver of the luxury car fled the scene immediately after the crash, sparking a manhunt by the police. An FIR has been registered, and efforts are underway to apprehend the accused. Authorities are also reviewing CCTV footage from the area in hopes of uncovering crucial leads that could aid in the investigation. More details are awaited as the probe continues.

This incident adds to the alarming rise in hit-and-run cases across India, which have drawn significant attention due to their frequency and the tragic loss of life they often involve. The surge in such cases reflects a growing concern about the lack of awareness among motorists, the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws, and the importance of safer driving practices.

One of the most notable cases in recent months was the Pune hit-and-run, where a juvenile driver in an intoxicated state killed two techies in Kalyani Nagar. The incident sparked national outrage after the minor, the son of a prominent builder, was initially granted bail, only for the court to later reverse its decision and send him to a rehabilitation centre. The father was also arrested for allowing the minor to drive. The case is still under investigation.

Hit-and-run cases are defined as incidents where the perpetrator flees the scene without reporting the crash to authorities or assisting the victims. According to recent reports, there were 67,387 hit-and-run incidents in India in 2022, resulting in 30,486 deaths—the highest number in the last decade. The common reasons cited for fleeing the scene include fear of being attacked by onlookers, extorted for money, or entangled in lengthy legal proceedings.

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