Patna: Chaos erupted on Sunday night when a speeding white Innova car created havoc from Rajvanshi Nagar to Voltas Mor via Income Tax Golambar, injuring at least ten people in a series of collisions.
The driver, reportedly a resident of the Gandhi Maidan police station area, first hit a bike in Rajvanshi Nagar before plowing into a handcart, an auto-rickshaw, and several pedestrians. Three people sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH), while seven others, with minor injuries, were treated at New Gardiner Hospital.
Driver Caught by Public, Car Overturned
According to eyewitnesses, after the series of accidents, the driver tried to flee towards Dakbungla Square. However, angry bystanders chased the car, managed to stop it near Voltas Mor, dragged the driver out, and beat him up. In their anger, the mob also overturned the vehicle.
Police from Kotwali police station, led by Inspector Rajan Kumar, arrived promptly at the scene, took the driver into custody, and sent him for medical treatment. The seized Innova has been impounded, and further investigations are underway.
Chain of Accidents Across Central Patna
The incident began after the driver, reportedly returning from playing football at a ground in Shastri Nagar, collided with a bike rider near Rajvanshi Nagar, causing serious injuries. Ignoring calls to stop, the driver sped towards Vishwaeshwaraya Bhavan, where he hit a handcart vendor.
He then continued recklessly towards the High Court turn, where a couple riding a bike was knocked down. As the vehicle approached the busy Income Tax Golambar, it struck several more people standing near the service lane towards Voltas Mor. The car further collided with two stationary cars and an auto while attempting a U-turn in the congested stretch, leading to panic among pedestrians and motorists.
Eyewitnesses said many lives were saved as people quickly ran in different directions to avoid being hit outside a nearby hotel.
Further updates on the investigation and the legal action against the driver are awaited.
