Patna: Two people were seriously injured after being struck by a speeding black SUV in the SK Puri police station area of Patna on Thursday. The incident, which occurred on Sahadev Marg, has raised concerns over reckless driving in the city.
According to witnesses, a young man was walking while talking on his phone when the SUV collided with him, throwing him into the air. The vehicle then struck a woman before fleeing the scene. Both victims were rushed to a nearby hospital with serious injuries.
CCTV footage from a nearby camera captured the entire incident. Police have launched an investigation, reviewing the footage to identify the driver. Authorities are also examining whether the accident was a result of reckless driving or a deliberate attack on the young man.
A crowd gathered at the scene following the accident, highlighting growing public concern over road safety in Patna. Police have appealed to anyone with information about the vehicle or driver to come forward.
