Pedestrian Severely Injured, Police Investigating Hit-and-Run Case
A high-speed car accident in Adityapur leaves one injured and damages parked vehicle.
Key Points:
- Speeding car hits a pedestrian and a parked car, causing injuries.
- Victim identified as Vikas Mahto, a local resident and shop worker.
- Police are investigating the hit-and-run incident.
SERAIKELA – A speeding car caused a major accident late Thursday night near Sher-e-Punjab Chowk in Adityapur, Seraikela-Kharsawan district. The car struck a pedestrian crossing the road and then collided with a parked Maruti Ignis car, overturning it.
The injured pedestrian, identified as Vikas Mahto, a resident near the railway gate who works at a shop in Sharma Market, suffered a broken leg and serious injuries. He was rushed to the hospital by Adityapur police using a PCR van. The offending vehicle fled the scene immediately after the accident.
Damage and Response
The impact of the collision caused the parked Maruti Ignis to overturn, which was later righted using a crane. The accident scene quickly attracted a crowd, which police dispersed upon arrival.
Investigation Underway
Adityapur police are actively investigating the incident to identify and locate the hit-and-run driver. The case highlights the ongoing issue of speeding and reckless driving in the area, raising concerns about road safety.
