The tragic accident at ONGC Chowk, Dehradun, claimed six young lives and left the city in shock. After detailed investigations, authorities have uncovered the root cause of the horrific crash.
Key Findings from the Investigation:
- Cause: A water bottle stuck under the brake pedal prevented the brakes from functioning, leading to the car’s collision with a container.
- Speed: The Toyota Innova was traveling at an estimated speed of 100-130 km/h at the time of the accident.
- Victims:
- Kunal Kukreja (23)
- Guneet (19)
- Navya Goyal (23)
- Atul Agarwal (24)
- Kamakshi Singhal (20)
- Rishabh Jain (24)
- Survivor: Siddhesh Agarwal (25), currently undergoing treatment.
Also Read: Six Lives Lost in Dehradun Road Accident; One Student Critical
Legal Action:
Siddhesh’s father has filed a complaint against the container driver, alleging negligence. Investigations revealed that the container’s fitness certificate expired in 2013, and its insurance lapsed over a decade ago. The container, registered under BRC Logistics Pvt. Ltd., was later sold, but ownership details were not updated in official records.
Current Status:
Authorities are searching for the driver, who fled after the accident. Police teams have been dispatched to Shamli and Khatauli to trace the container’s current owner.
This incident highlights the critical importance of road safety measures and vehicle maintenance.
Stay updated for more developments on this tragic incident.
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