In a tragic incident in Nashik, a 5-year-old child lost his life after being caught under the wheels of a four-wheeler. The incident took place at Hotel Express Inn, and the accident was caught on camera.
The deceased child has been identified as Dhruv Rajput.
According to sources, Dhruv was returning from playing with his father in the hotel garden when the accident occurred.
Dhruv abruptly ran in front of a gray automobile that was pulling into the premises. Due to the driver's inability to react in time, Dhruv was seriously injured when the car's wheel ran over him. The hotel's CCTV camera, which the police have confiscated for their investigation, captured the entire episode.
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After the accident, Dhruv was rushed to a nearby private hospital, but he passed away from his wounds despite receiving medical care. The loss has crushed his family, and condolences have been pouring in from friends and relatives. A case has been registered against the driver at Indiranagar Police Station. The driver is being investigated, and the car has been impounded. The police have confirmed that legal action will be taken against the responsible driver.
Authorities are also investigating the hotel administration, with growing concerns about security measures in the hotel’s premises. Citizens are calling for stricter measures to regulate vehicle movement in the area to prevent similar incidents in the future.