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Delhi hit-and-run case: Cyclist killed after being hit by Mercedes in Ashram area

A cyclist named Rajesh tragically lost his life after being struck by a speeding Mercedes in Delhi's Ashram area on Saturday morning.

Reported By : Kumar Sonu Edited By : Vaidehi Jahagirdar
New Delhi
Updated on: August 18, 2024 12:17 IST
A cyclist lost his life in Delhi's hit-and-run accident
Image Source : VIDEO SCREENGRAB A cyclist lost his life in Delhi's hit-and-run accident

In a tragic incident, a cyclist lost his life after being hit by a speeding Mercedes in Delhi's Ashram area on Saturday morning. The police have identified the deceased as Rajesh, who was walking along with his bicycle in the South-East area of Delhi when the high-speed vehicle struck him from behind.

The officials said, unfortunately, while Rajesh succumbed to his injuries on the spot, the driver has been arrested after being absconding for brief period. The police said, "Mercedes driver Pradeep Gautam absconded after hitting Rajesh. But the accused surrendered to the Police station in the evening and he revealed the whereabouts of the owner. The accused is a liaison by profile. The owner had given his car to the accused one month ago for selling."


Meanwhile, a FIR has been registered in connection with the case and presently the investigation is on.

(More details will be added)

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