A tragic incident occurred in Ahmedabad when a speeding SUV ran over a mother and her son who were sleeping on a footpath. The accident, which took place on Monday night, resulted in the deaths of both victims and left two others seriously injured. The vehicle involved in the incident was a Toyota Fortuner, driven by a 36-year-old man identified as Viral Chaudhary.

Witnesses reported that the impact of the vehicle was so severe that the victims became trapped underneath it. Local residents rushed to the scene to assist, helping to lift the SUV in an effort to free the victims. Emergency services were called to the location, but unfortunately, both the mother and son were declared dead at the scene.

Driver’s Actions and Immediate Aftermath

Following the collision, Chaudhary allegedly abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene on foot. However, police officers arrived promptly and managed to apprehend him within minutes. He was subsequently taken into custody for questioning regarding the incident. The police have indicated that they are treating the matter with urgency and seriousness.

Authorities conducted a medical examination of Chaudhary shortly after his arrest. Reports indicate that his blood sample tested positive for alcohol, confirming suspicions that intoxication may have played a role in the accident. Furthermore, six cans of beer were discovered inside the Toyota Fortuner, adding to the evidence of the driver’s alleged impairment at the time of the incident.

Ahmedabad City Traffic Deputy Commissioner of Police, Naresh Kanjaria, stated that the driver was reportedly speeding when he struck the four individuals on the footpath. The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, including the driver’s actions leading up to the incident.

Victims and Ongoing Investigation

In addition to the fatalities, two other individuals who were injured in the accident are receiving treatment at a local hospital. Their conditions have not been disclosed, but authorities are monitoring their progress closely. The community has expressed shock and grief over the loss of life and the injuries sustained by others in this tragic event.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with police gathering evidence and statements from witnesses. Officials are also reviewing traffic camera footage from the area to piece together the sequence of events leading up to the collision. This information will be crucial in determining the full circumstances of the accident and any potential charges that may be brought against Chaudhary.

As the investigation unfolds, the local community is coming together to support the families affected by this tragedy. Discussions about road safety and the dangers of driving under the influence have emerged, highlighting the need for greater awareness and preventive measures to avoid similar incidents in the future.

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