A horrific road accident in Ambernath has sent shockwaves through the community, as a speeding Tata Nexon car, traveling from west to east, suddenly lost control and collided with several motorcycles coming from the opposite direction. The impact was so severe that four individuals, including three motorcyclists and the car's driver, died on the spot. CCTV footage of the tragic incident has rapidly gone viral on social media, highlighting the devastating nature of the collision.
According to eyewitnesses and the widely circulated CCTV footage, the Tata Nexon car was moving at an extremely high speed, while while traversing from Ambernath West towards East, the driver reportedly lost control, causing the vehicle to swerve directly into the opposing lane. There, it crashed into multiple motorcycles, crushing them under its force, while the collision was so violent that one motorcyclist was flung from the flyover, succumbing to his injuries instantly. The other two bikers and the car's driver also died at the scene. The scene was described as chaotic and gruesome, with local residents rushing to assist and a crowd quickly gathering at the accident site.
Casualties and Medical Response
Senior Police Inspector Shabbir Ahmed of Ambernath Police Station confirmed that the accident has resulted in four fatalities and four injuries, while the deceased include three motorcyclists and the driver of the Tata Nexon. The injured individuals were promptly rushed to hospitals for medical attention, while one of the injured has been admitted to Central Hospital in Ulhasnagar, while the other three have been transferred to a hospital in Dombivli. The bodies of the deceased have been sent to Ulhasnagar for post-mortem examinations, and the process of identifying them is currently underway. The condition of the injured is being closely monitored by medical professionals.
Car's Political Connection and Occupants
The Tata Nexon involved in the tragic accident is registered in the name of Pramod Choubey, a prominent Shiv Sena leader from Ambernath. At the time of the incident, his wife, Suman Choubey, was also present in the car. Suman Choubey is a candidate from the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) for the municipal council elections and was reportedly on her way to Buapada for election campaigning. She sustained injuries to her hands and other parts of her body in the crash. Following the collision, she was trapped inside the damaged vehicle and had to be rescued by. Local residents who broke the car's window to pull her out and transport her to the hospital. Her political background and ongoing campaign add another layer of complexity to the incident.
Conflicting Accounts and Police Investigation
In the immediate aftermath of the accident, conflicting claims emerged from local residents present at the scene. Some individuals suggested that the driver suffered a sudden heart attack, causing him to inadvertently press the accelerator and lose control of the vehicle, while conversely, others alleged that the driver was under the influence of alcohol. However, the police have not yet confirmed any of these claims. Senior Police Inspector Shabbir Ahmed clarified that the police are thoroughly investigating all aspects of the incident to ascertain the true cause of the accident. He emphasized that the police would refrain from drawing any conclusions until the investigation is complete.
Official Police Statement and Ongoing Probe
Senior Police Inspector Shabbir Ahmed stated that the process of identifying the deceased and injured is progressing rapidly, while the police are meticulously analyzing the CCTV footage, collecting statements from eyewitnesses, and examining technical evidence to determine the exact cause of the accident. The investigation aims to ascertain whether excessive speed, driver intoxication, a mechanical failure, or a sudden medical emergency led to the tragic event. Following the incident, a police team remained deployed on the flyover late. Into the night to manage traffic and prevent any further untoward incidents. Traffic gradually returned to normal, but the impact of the accident lingered. The police have assured the public that the precise causes of the accident will be revealed only after the completion of the investigation, and appropriate action will be taken against those responsible.
Impact on Traffic and Public Life
The devastating accident caused significant traffic disruption on the Ambernath flyover for several hours. Police and local authorities promptly arrived at the scene to manage the situation. Removing the damaged vehicles and transporting the injured to hospitals took considerable time. The police team implemented alternative routes to facilitate traffic flow and gradually normalized vehicular movement, while this incident has once again highlighted the critical importance of road safety and the dangers associated with high-speed driving. There is a profound sense of grief and concern within the local community regarding this tragic event. The police have urged citizens to adhere to traffic regulations and. Prioritize safe driving practices to prevent such unfortunate occurrences in the future.
