New Delhi: Delhi Police on Thursday confirmed that medical tests on suspended officials involved in the PCR van accident showed no traces of alcohol. The accident, which occurred on Thana Mandir Marg, claimed the life of Gangaram Tiwari, a 50-year-old shopkeeper.
Medical check-up clears liquor angle
Addressing the media, New Delhi DCP Devesh Kumar Mahla said that medical examinations had been conducted on the suspended police personnel. “No liquor traces have been found in any of them,” Mahla stated, while stressing that strict consequences would follow if any alcohol connection were confirmed later.
The officials suspended include an Assistant Sub-Inspector and a constable, while the driver is also under scrutiny. An FIR is being registered, and arrests are expected as the investigation progresses.
How the accident unfolded
According to police accounts, the incident took place around 5:30 am when the PCR van struck Tiwari. The driver told investigators that he mistakenly pressed the accelerator instead of the brake while the vehicle was on a ramp, causing it to lunge forward and hit the victim.
“Whether the driver pressed the accelerator instead of the brake is a matter of investigation,” Mahla said.
Victim’s family raises questions
Tiwari’s son, however, alleged that two individuals in the PCR van — including a woman — were “highly intoxicated” and claimed liquor bottles were present in the vehicle. He said his father had been running a shop in the area for the last 10 years and demanded justice.
Police promise legal action and compensation
Additional DCP Hukma Ram called the incident “unfortunate” and assured that the family would receive support and compensation. “We will provide all possible help to the deceased’s family, and compensation will be provided. CCTV footage is being checked, and further investigation is underway,” he told reporters.
Disciplinary measures in motion
Following the accident, Delhi Police moved quickly to suspend the ASI and constable. The case has been registered, and action will also be taken against the driver of the van.
Officials reiterated that if any evidence emerges pointing to alcohol consumption by the PCR staff, stronger legal and disciplinary steps will follow.