Incident Overview

In a harrowing incident in Bengaluru, a woman narrowly escaped serious injury when a truck ran over her scooter. The event occurred on Saturday morning at Srinivaspura Cross, where traffic had come to a standstill. The woman was waiting to make a left turn when the truck beside her attempted the same maneuver.

CCTV Footage Details

CCTV footage captured the sequence of events leading up to the accident. Initially, the woman was positioned near the rear wheels of the truck. As traffic began to clear, she moved slightly ahead of the vehicle. However, as a bus blocking their path moved away, the truck started moving forward while the woman remained stationary.

The Moment of Impact

The front wheels of the truck collided with the scooter, causing the woman to be thrown to the ground. The situation became critical as the rear wheels crushed her scooter and were on the verge of running her over. Fortunately, the driver realized something was amiss and reversed just in time to prevent further harm.

Immediate Aftermath

Passersby quickly came to the woman’s aid, helping her to safety on the side of the road. Despite the severity of the incident, officials reported that she sustained only minor injuries and is currently receiving treatment at a local hospital.

Legal Actions Taken

In response to this alarming event, authorities have seized the lorry involved in the accident. A case has been registered against the driver, highlighting concerns about road safety and driver awareness in busy urban areas like Bengaluru.