A tragic incident occurred in Ghaziabad on Monday afternoon when a man lost his life after being hit by a car while lying on the main Raj Nagar Road. The shocking event, involving an unidentified man believed to be around 40 years old, was captured on video by a passing commuter and later shared on social media.
The accident happened around 1:30 PM near the Fortune Hotel. The video shows the man lying on the road as a car slowly drives over him, crushing him under both the front and back tires. Disturbingly, the driver did not stop and instead sped away, leaving the man helpless.
Police quickly took action after the video surfaced online. Bhaskar Verma, the assistant commissioner of police from the Kavi Nagar area, confirmed that the incident took place near the Fortune Hotel and that the video had been verified.
Passersby rushed the injured man to a nearby hospital, but he was declared dead upon arrival. Witnesses said the car was moving at a slow speed when it ran over the man, but the driver made no effort to stop and help.
Residents revealed that the victim was often seen wandering the streets and appeared to be mentally unwell. Sadly, this was not the first time such an incident had taken place on that stretch of road.
Police have formed special teams to track down the car and its driver. Authorities confirmed that an FIR will soon be filed against the driver under the appropriate sections of law.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and compassion. Drivers are responsible for helping anyone in distress, and ignoring an injured person is inexcusable.
Events like this serve as a reminder for everyone to stay alert while driving. Pedestrians must be watched carefully, speeding avoided, and immediate help given in case of an accident. Road safety is a shared duty, and even small acts of responsibility can save lives.
The death of this man is a tragic wake-up call. It highlights the urgent need for both greater care on the roads and kindness towards those in vulnerable situations.
