Speeding SUV Ramps Bike in Amroha, Two Dead
A routine commute turned fatal in Amroha on Tuesday evening when a reckless SUV driver lost control of his vehicle, crashing into a motorcycle and killing two passengers instantly. The victims, identified as Prashant and Rajeev, were traveling together on their bike.
The accident occurred near the Naugava Sadat police station limits, along the busy Bijnaur Marg. Reports indicate that the SUV was speeding dangerously when it rammed the two-wheeler head-on. The sheer force of the collision left both men with severe trauma. Neighbors and passersby immediately lifted the injured men and transported them to the nearest hospital, where medical authorities pronounced them dead.
The tragic incident sparked outrage across the neighborhood. Distraught relatives marched to the Nagar Kotwali police headquarters, demanding accountability for the preventable tragedy. A large crowd joined the protest, urging authorities to detain the driver and take stern legal measures. Prashant’s father submitted a formal written application emphasizing the need for strict enforcement of traffic laws.
To manage the situation, senior police leadership deployed resources to the site. City SP Pradeep Kumar engaged directly with the protesters, offering reassurances about the judicial process. His diplomatic approach eventually quelled the unrest, allowing authorities to focus on investigation.
Police teams cordoned off the accident zone and confiscated the speeding SUV. An official report was filed citing negligence and excessive speed. ASP Akilesh Bhadoria confirmed that autopsy reports are underway, which will be crucial for the ongoing case. Investigators are currently tracing the driver and compiling evidence to ensure appropriate legal action is taken without delay.
