Incident Overview

In a tragic incident in southwest Delhi’s Vasant Vihar area, a drunk driver of an Audi car allegedly ran over five individuals who were sleeping on a footpath near Shiva Camp. The incident occurred around 1:45 am on July 9. The driver, identified as 40-year-old Utsav Shekhar, was apprehended at the scene. Medical reports confirmed that Shekhar was intoxicated at the time of the accident.

Victims and Immediate Response

The victims of this unfortunate event include two couples and an eight-year-old girl. They have been identified as Ladhi (40), her daughter Bimla (8), husband Sabami alias Chirma (45), Ram Chander (45), and his wife Narayani (35). All victims are residents of Rajasthan. By the time police officers arrived at the scene, the injured had already been transported to nearby hospitals for medical treatment.

Eyewitness Accounts and Investigation

Preliminary investigations and eyewitness testimonies revealed that a white Audi car drove over the sleeping victims. The driver, Utsav Shekhar, a resident of Dwarka, was immediately apprehended by the authorities. Legal proceedings have been initiated against him, and further investigations are underway to determine the exact sequence of events and assess any additional negligence involved in this case.

Legal and Community Implications

This incident has raised significant concerns about road safety and the dangers posed by drunk driving. The local community is in shock, and there is an ongoing discussion about implementing stricter measures to prevent such occurrences in the future. Authorities are also focusing on ensuring justice for the victims through a thorough legal process.