Bhubaneswar: Panic prevailed near Kesura on the Cuttack-Puri Bypass in Bhubaneswar after a speeding car went out of control and hit at least five to six bikes in a series accident on Monday. Several bike riders sustained injuries in the crash.
According to eyewitnesses the car was being driven rashly before it rammed into the bikes one after another. After the accident, the accused driver abandoned his vehicle on the road and tried to flee by boarding a bus. However, locals intercepted him and thrashed him on the spot.
On receiving information, police reached the location, rescued the driver from the crowd and brought the situation under control. Tension prevailed in the area for some time.
Locals have alleged that the driver was driving under the influence of alcohol. Police have detained the driver and started an investigation.
