Tragic Accident in Wagholi: 3 Dead, 6 Injured as Drunk Driver Crushes Footpath Sleepers
Wagholi, Pune – A horrifying incident unfolded at Kesanand Phata in Wagholi late at night when a dumper from Bharghav Builtways Enterprises crushed nine people sleeping on a footpath. The incident occurred around 12:30 am, killing three on the spot, including two children and their uncle. Six others were seriously injured, with three in critical condition.
What Happened?
A total of 12 individuals were asleep in the area, some on the footpath and others in nearby huts. The dumper, driven recklessly in a drunken state, veered off the road and ran over the sleeping individuals. Tragically, one-year-old Vaibhavi Ritesh Pawar, two-year-old Vaibhav Ritesh Pawar, and their uncle, Vishal Vinod Pawar, aged 22, lost their lives in this devastating incident.
The injured victims were rushed to Sassoon Hospital in Pune, where three remain in critical condition.
Victims’ Details
Deceased:
- Vishal Vinod Pawar (22 years, resident of Amravati)
- Vaibhavi Ritesh Pawar (1 year)
- Vaibhav Ritesh Pawar (2 years)
Injured:
- Janaki Dinesh Pawar (21 years)
- Rinisha Vinod Pawar (18 years)
- Roshan Shashadu Bhosale (9 years)
- Nagesh Nivrutti Pawar (27 years)
- Darshan Sanjay Vairal (18 years)
- Alisha Vinod Pawar (47 years)
Accused Driver Arrested
The dumper driver, identified as Gajanan Shankar Totre (26 years) from Nanded, has been arrested. Driving a dumper with registration number MH 12 VF 0437, he was reportedly intoxicated at the time of the accident. The police have registered a case of culpable homicide against him, and further investigation is underway.
Police Action
The incident occurred right in front of the police station at Kesanand Phata, raising questions about road safety and the regulation of heavy vehicles. The authorities have assured strict action against the accused and have initiated a detailed inquiry into the matter.
This tragic accident is a stark reminder of the consequences of drunk driving and the urgent need for stricter road safety measures. The grieving families and injured victims demand justice, and the incident has left the Wagholi community in shock.
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