A speeding car hit pedestrian Chandrashekhar Gaur in Jodhpur, in front of the PF office. He died during treatment. The driver was arrested and later released on bail. A video of the incident went viral.
Jodhpur: A tragic hit-and-run accident in front of the PF office in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, has shaken the local community. A speeding car struck pedestrian Chandrashekhar Gaur, leaving him in critical condition. He was immediately rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries during treatment. Following the accident, the accused driver fled the scene but was later arrested by the police with the help of CCTV footage.
Speeding Car Hits Chandrashekhar Gaur
According to information, the accident occurred in front of the PF office when people were routinely commuting in the area. Chandrashekhar Gaur was crossing the road when he was suddenly hit by a speeding car. Onlookers immediately informed the police and rushed the injured to the hospital. Doctors promptly began treatment given his critical condition, but his life could not be saved.
Local residents state that this road is always crowded, and drivers often speed, which increases the risk of such accidents.
Police Action and Arrest of Accused
Police arrived at the scene, initiated an investigation, and identified the accused driver based on CCTV footage. The accused was arrested, taken into custody, and interrogated. A case of hit and run has been registered in this matter.
However, people were surprised that the police granted bail to the accused after his arrest, against a bond. Local residents and the victim's family protested this decision and demanded justice. They assert that when a life is lost due to negligence on the road, strict action should be taken in such cases.
Mourning and Outrage in the Area Following the Accident
Chandrashekhar Gaur's untimely death has created an atmosphere of mourning among his family and local residents. Relatives are demanding justice and wish for the accused driver to be punished as soon as possible. Nearby residents are also raising serious questions about road safety.
Local residents stated that speeding vehicles are common around the PF office, but there are no robust arrangements to enforce traffic rules. They assert that if traffic control and safety measures are not implemented, similar accidents could occur in the future.
Road Accident Raises Questions on Administration and Safety
This incident has also raised serious questions about administrative negligence and road safety. People want speed breakers, traffic signals, and security guards to be deployed around the PF office and its vicinity. The local community has urged the administration to take concrete steps to prevent accidents.
Police stated that further legal action is ongoing following the accused's arrest. The victim's family members assert that they will make every possible effort for justice and wish to send a b message in such cases that no one's life can be trifled with.
