A disturbing case of road rage in Noida has taken a dark turn after a man was violently struck by an SUV, following a confrontation that reportedly began with an argument on social media. The incident, which took place in Sector 53, has been captured on video and widely shared online, triggering outrage among the public and urgent action by authorities.

Video Shows Thar Attacking Victim

The dramatic footage shows a Mahindra Thar suddenly accelerating toward the victim, who was flung off the street and into a roadside drain. The young man lay motionless and bleeding as bystanders looked on in shock, while the vehicle sped away from the scene without offering help.

Police investigations later revealed that the attacker and the victim were not strangers. The dispute originated from a series of heated exchanges on Instagram. “The disagreement started over comments made on a social media platform. Both individuals involved were already acquainted,” confirmed Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) Sumit Kumar Shukla.

Bystanders Witnessed the Attack

A group of onlookers witnessed the confrontation escalate on the street before it turned violent. What began as a verbal altercation rapidly spiraled out of control, with the accused using the Thar as a weapon to ram into the victim deliberately, according to eyewitness accounts.

Following the release of the video, the Sector 24 police registered a case, citing charges of rash driving, causing bodily harm, and criminal intimidation. Authorities have confirmed that a dedicated team has been assembled to locate and apprehend the driver, who remains at large.

Case Filed Under Legal Sections

“A police team is actively working on arresting the accused. The case has been filed under appropriate legal sections,” said ADCP Shukla in an official statement. A special investigative unit is now tracking leads, including CCTV footage and digital communication, to identify the suspect.

This violent act has reignited concerns about how online disputes are increasingly erupting into real-world aggression. The viral nature of the video has drawn widespread condemnation from citizens and activists alike, calling for stronger interventions to prevent such unchecked brutality on public roads.