Amethi Tragedy: Mother and 4-Year-Old Son Killed in Hit-and-Run
A family trip turns tragic in Amethi as a hit-and-run accident claims the lives of a mother and 4-year-old son, leaving the father critically injured.
A family's journey home ended in unimaginable tragedy following a devastating Amethi road accident late last night. A mother and her young son lost their lives on the spot, while the father continues to fight for his life in a hospital after their motorcycle was struck by an unidentified vehicle.
A Fatal Collision at Do Sadka Bend
The incident took place on the road leading to Rajafattepur, specifically near the Do Sadka bend, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Inhauna police station. The victims have been identified as Vikas, his 35-year-old wife Malti Devi, and their four-year-old son, Virat.
The family, residents of Sarai Gopi in the Subeha police station area of Barabanki district, were reportedly returning to their home after visiting relatives. As they navigated the road, a speeding unidentified vehicle collided with their motorcycle with such force that it left the family shattered. In a cowardly act, the driver of the offending vehicle fled the scene immediately after the crash, leaving the victims stranded and severely injured.
Race Against Time
Local residents and passersby who witnessed the horror of the crash acted swiftly, alerting the authorities through the 112 emergency service. A 108 ambulance rushed to the spot to transport the three family members to the Community Health Center (CHC) in Singhpur.
However, the efforts to save them proved futile for the mother and child. Doctors at the Singhpur facility declared Malti Devi and little Virat dead upon arrival. Vikas, who was operating the motorcycle, sustained critical injuries. After receiving primary medical attention at the CHC, he was referred to the Medical College in Tiloi for advanced care, where his condition remains precarious.
Police Investigation Underway
The Inhauna police arrived at the site shortly after the accident occurred. Station House Officer (SHO) Vivek Kumar Singh confirmed on Monday that the legal process has been initiated. The bodies of the mother and son have been sent for post-mortem examinations to fulfill legal requirements.
The police are currently conducting a thorough investigation to track down the unidentified vehicle and the driver responsible for the hit-and-run. Efforts are being made to identify the vehicle through local leads and potential surveillance to ensure justice for the grieving family.