A tragic incident occurred late Tuesday night when a 20-year-old college student was killed and his friend seriously injured after a speeding SUV reportedly crashed into their motorcycle near the Amikunj Society crossroads in Naranpura. Police have booked the driver on charges of negligent and reckless driving.
The incident occurred around 11 pm on May 13, when Brijesh Dudabhai Dodia, a resident of Viveknagar Society near Ankur Crossroads, and his friend Aryan Vajubhai Barad, also aged 20, were riding their motorcycle. Eyewitnesses reported that they were struck by a white Hyundai Creta, which was being driven at high speed and in a reckless manner. After the incident, the driver of the vehicle fled from the spot, leaving his car behind.
Following the hit-and-run accident, police stated that Aryan suffered grievous head injuries, while Dodia sustained minor injuries. Both were rushed to the Civil Hospital for immediate medical attention. Tragically, Aryan was declared dead during treatment at approximately 12.45 am on May 14.
A complaint has been lodged at the B Division Traffic Police Station, the driver of the SUV has been charged under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including Sections causing death by negligence and rash driving endangering human life. Additionally, charges have been filed under Sections of the Motor Vehicles Act
Authorities have launched a deeper investigation to identify the driver and determine exactly what happened before the tragic accident. Police are urging any witnesses to come forward with information to help with the ongoing inquiry.