Nagpur: A mother and her son lost their lives in a devastating road accident near Plasto Company on Central MIDC Road in the early hours of December 27.
The deceased were identified as Rahit Gopal Sakhare, 25, and his mother, Karuna Gopal Sakhare, 49, residents of Rajiv Nagar, Hingna Road. Rahit, an auto-rickshaw driver, was returning home with his mother after attending a birthday celebration at their cousin’s house in Shambhu Nagar, Nara Road.
According to police reports, the accident occurred at approximately 12:05 am when Rahit, driving an auto-rickshaw (MH 31 FB 4110), lost control of the vehicle due to overspeeding and reckless driving. The auto collided with a road divider, resulting in critical injuries to both Rahit and his mother.
The victims were rushed to AIIMS Hospital for treatment but were declared dead upon arrival.
Based on a complaint filed by Mohit Gopal Sakhare, 19, Rahit’s younger brother, MIDC Police have registered a case under Sections 281 and 106(1) of the BNS and Section 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act.
Further investigations are underway to determine additional details surrounding the accident.