Delhi | Eid Celebration Turns to Tragedy as 2-Year-Old Girl Killed in Car Accident in Paharganj

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NEW DELHI: In the bustling neighborhood of Paharganj in Central Delhi, a tragic incident unfolded as a two-year-old girl was fatally struck by a car driven by the teenage son of her neighbor. What should have been a festive Eid celebration turned into a heart-wrenching event for her family, according to an official report released on Monday.

The vehicle involved in the accident belonged to the neighbor, Pankaj Agarwal, and was being operated by his son at the time of the tragic incident. Both individuals have been apprehended by law enforcement authorities.

The devastating occurrence occurred on Sunday in Ram Nagar, Paharganj, and was captured on surveillance footage. The footage depicts the car slowly advancing before coming to a halt. Tragically, the vehicle then lurches forward, ultimately crushing the young girl beneath its left front wheel, as detailed by the officer.

Prompt action by local residents saw the injured girl swiftly transported to a nearby hospital. Tragically, medical professionals were unable to save her life, and she was pronounced dead. The police have initiated legal proceedings under sections 281 (rash driving) and 106 (1) (causing death by negligence) of the Indian Penal Code at Nabi Karim Police Station. The investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.

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