Two youths were seriously injured on Saturday evening after a speeding Mercedes hit them outside a club in Sector 26, Chandigarh. The driver of the car fled the scene immediately after the accident.
According to The Indian Express, the incident took place when the two youths were stepping out of the club. The speeding Mercedes struck them with such force that both were thrown several feet away and landed on the road.
Viral Video Captures Hit-and-Run in Chandigarh
A video of the accident has since gone viral on social media, showing the car passing at high speed. The footage is helping authorities piece together what happened. According to The Times of India, the driver fled the scene with the vehicle.
Hearing the loud noise of the crash, people nearby rushed to the spot. Locals quickly helped the injured youths and rushed them to the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Sector 32 for treatment.
Allegations That Driver Was a Minor
There are allegations that the driver of the Mercedes was a minor. However, the police have yet to confirm this detail. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are looking into the viral video and speaking with eyewitnesses to identify the driver.
According to The Tribune, the incident has sparked concern among residents about road safety and speeding in the area.
Our Take: A Reckless Act That Demands Justice
This hit-and-run is a clear example of reckless driving that could have cost lives. The fact that the driver fled the scene makes it worse. In our view, the police must act quickly to find the driver, especially if the allegations about the driver being a minor are true. This incident also raises questions about safety outside nightlife spots in Chandigarh. The viral video is a crucial piece of evidence, and we hope it leads to a swift arrest. The victims and their families deserve justice, and the public needs to see that such behavior has serious consequences.
