India
Thar Vehicle Causes Fatal Hit-and-Run in Kanpur, Body Seized by Police
A 55‑year‑old scooter rider was killed when an out‑of‑control Thar struck him in Kanpur’s Awas Vikas 3, Kalyanpur, dragged the rider and scooter about 20 metres, and then crashed into a green area outside a house on Saturday evening. The deceased, Santosh Singh Chauhan of Swaraj Nagar in Panki, was identified by his son Rahul Chauhan, who said his father had left home with the intention of returning shortly. Witnesses reported that two young women and a man travelling in the Thar screamed after the collision before leaving in another vehicle. The Thar bore the markings “Kisan Union” on its front and “Krishna Group” on its rear. Two helmets were recovered from the scene. Police seized the vehicle and are obtaining CCTV footage for the investigation. Residents noted that after striking the scooter rider, the Thar first crashed into Prof. Kailash’s house and then hit the boundary wall of Anita Mahevan’s house. The body was taken into police custody and sent to the mortuary. The station in‑charge, Keshav Tiwari, confirmed the seizure of the Thar and the ongoing investigation.
Frequently asked questions
Who was the victim in the hit‑and‑run incident?
The victim was Santosh Singh Chauhan, a 55‑year‑old scooter rider from Swaraj Nagar in Panki.
What action did the police take regarding the Thar vehicle?
Police seized the Thar vehicle and are obtaining CCTV footage for the investigation.
Where did the collision occur?
The collision occurred in Kanpur’s Awas Vikas 3, Kalyanpur.