Tragic Motorcycle Accident Claims Young Life in Southeast Delhi
A devastating motorcycle accident in southeast Delhi has resulted in one fatality and one serious injury. The incident occurred late Saturday night in the Jaitpur Pusta area when two friends lost control of their vehicle.
Details of the Fatal Crash
Police reports indicate the accident happened around 11:30 PM near Shri Ram Chowk, approximately 200 meters from Pusta Road toward the Yamuna side. According to the First Information Report, the motorcycle fell into a ditch under tragic circumstances.
The deceased has been identified as Tushar Kumar, a 20-year-old compounder working at a local clinic. He resided in JJ Colony, Madanpur Khadar, Kalandi Kunj. His friend and colleague, Sudhakar Singh, aged 29, sustained injuries in the crash. Singh works as a pharmacist and medical practitioner in the same locality.
Victim's Account of the Incident
Injured rider Sudhakar Singh provided police with a harrowing account of what transpired. He explained they had gone out searching for his cousin following a domestic dispute when the accident occurred.
"We encountered four to five dogs running toward us," Singh told investigators. "Tushar accelerated the motorcycle, but the headlight wasn't functioning properly. The vehicle climbed onto a pile of mud and then fell into a ditch. I managed to jump forward and landed on my hands, but Tushar's forehead struck the ground directly."
Medical personnel declared Tushar Kumar dead upon arrival at the hospital. Sudhakar Singh continues to receive treatment for his injuries.
Police Investigation and Charges
Authorities at Kalandi Kunj police station have registered a case under multiple sections of the law:
- Section 281 for rash driving
- Section 106 for causing death by negligence
- Section 125 for endangering human life
Police confirmed both victims were colleagues and close friends, adding a layer of personal tragedy to the legal proceedings.
Separate Fatal Accident in South Delhi
In an unrelated incident, south Delhi witnessed another traffic fatality on Sunday evening. A 58-year-old tailor named Fakeere Khan from Devli Extension died after being run over by a water tanker tractor on Tigri Road.
According to Khan's son, his father came under the vehicle's tyre. The tanker owner, who is also the driver's brother, subsequently moved the vehicle from the accident scene.
Tigri police station registered a case under sections 281 and 106 against the driver. Authorities have arrested the tractor operator, identified as Rahul, who is 30 years old.
These back-to-back accidents highlight ongoing road safety concerns in Delhi, particularly during nighttime hours when visibility decreases and unexpected hazards can prove fatal.
