Tragic Accident Claims Life of Food Delivery Rider in Gurugram
Speeding Thar mows down food delivery rider on Sohna Road
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A 21-year-old food delivery rider, Praveen Kumar from Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, was killed after being struck by a speeding Thar vehicle on Sohna Road near Gurugram. The driver fled the scene, prompting police to launch an investigation following a complaint from the victim's mother.
- 01Praveen Kumar, a 21-year-old delivery rider, died after being hit by a speeding Thar on Sohna Road.
- 02The incident occurred near the Radisson Hotel while Kumar was on his way to deliver an order.
- 03Despite wearing a helmet, Kumar suffered fatal head injuries and was declared dead on arrival at the hospital.
- 04An eyewitness captured the Thar's registration plate, aiding police in their investigation.
- 05An FIR was filed against the unidentified driver for causing death by negligence and rash driving.
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A tragic accident on Sohna Road in Gurugram claimed the life of 21-year-old Praveen Kumar, a food delivery rider from Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening when Kumar was struck from behind by a speeding Thar vehicle near the entrance of the Radisson Hotel while on his way to deliver an order. Despite wearing a helmet, he sustained critical head injuries and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Civil Hospital. Eyewitnesses reported the incident, and one managed to photograph the vehicle's registration plate before the driver fled the scene. An FIR was subsequently filed against the unidentified driver under sections addressing negligence and rash driving. Kumar, who had moved to Gurugram about a year ago to support his family, was the sole breadwinner for his mother and younger sister. His body was handed over to the family after an autopsy on Wednesday.
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The incident raises concerns about road safety and the risks faced by delivery riders in Gurugram.
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