In a tragic incident that has shocked the residents of Subhash Nagar in Delhi, a delivery boy lost his life after being hit by a speeding car late at night. The accident occurred near the Subhash Nagar Metro red light around 2:30 AM on February 21. Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud crash and rushing to the scene only to find the young man critically injured under the wheels of a black sedan.
The victim, identified as Hem Shankar from Raghubir Nagar, was a dedicated delivery worker who often took night shifts to support his family. Colleagues described him as reliable and hardworking, always ready for late-night deliveries. ‘He was my partner in these night runs,’ said a fellow delivery boy, his voice breaking with emotion. ‘We shared shifts, and now he’s gone because of reckless driving.’
According to police statements, a PCR call was received around 3:30 AM, prompting immediate response from local teams. Officers arrived swiftly, rushed the injured man to a nearby hospital, but doctors declared him dead on arrival. The force of the impact was so severe that Hem Shankar succumbed to his injuries despite prompt medical attention.
Eyewitness accounts paint a grim picture of the events. A worker from a nearby petrol pump recounted, ‘I heard a massive thud and ran over. The car was flying at over 150 kmph, and the guys inside reeked of alcohol. They tried to flee, but locals caught one of them.’ The swift action by bystanders prevented the driver from escaping the scene.
The prime suspect, Mohit Kumar from Najafgarh, has been taken into custody. Identified as an MCD contractor, Kumar was behind the wheel of the black car that police have now impounded. Investigations reveal the driver and his companions were allegedly intoxicated, driving at dangerously high speeds in a residential area notorious for late-night traffic.
Delhi Police have registered an FIR under relevant sections for rash and negligent driving causing death, along with charges related to drunk driving. ‘We are conducting thorough inquiries, including medical tests on the accused and forensic analysis of the vehicle,’ a senior officer confirmed. The department assures the family of Hem Shankar that justice will be swift.
This heartbreaking loss underscores the growing menace of drunk driving on Delhi’s roads. With delivery workers bearing the brunt of night-time vulnerabilities, authorities are urged to enhance patrols and install more speed cameras in high-risk zones. Hem Shankar’s family mourns a breadwinner taken too soon, calling for stricter enforcement to prevent such tragedies.