Bhubaneswar: In yet another hit-and-run incident in the capital city, a drunk driver created havoc near Sikhar Chandi area under Infocity police limits.
As per reports, a speeding car rammed into a motorcycle and dragged it for almost 50 meters. Three people were critically injured in the accident, with the condition of two stated to be critical.
According to information, the accident occurred near Sikhar Chandi area when a car allegedly driven by an inebriated driver at high speed, hit a bike with such force that it dragged the two-wheeler for nearly 50 meters. The impact was so strong that the car dragged the bike for about 50 meters. Three persons sustained critical injuries. After the accident, the car driver tried to flee from the spot. However, locals chased and intercepted the car. Irate locals then vandalized car by pelting stone on it.
Upon being informed, police forces from Infocity police station and nearby police stations, including the IIC, reached the spot and controlled the situation. As angry locals were thrashing the driver, police rescued him and took him to the police station. Currently, the driver has been detained and is being interrogated.
On the other hand, the three critically injured persons are undergoing treatment, with two of them in critical condition.
