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Crime
Kanpur man dies after Mahindra Thar rams scooter, drags him 20 m; driver flees
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 05:16 PM
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A Mahindra Thar SUV struck a man's scooter in Kanpur, pulling him for about 20 metres before the driver escaped, resulting in the victim's death.
Police in Kanpur reported that a Mahindra Thar SUV collided with a two-wheeler, causing the rider to be dragged for roughly 20 metres before the vehicle sped away. The incident left the scooter rider dead at the scene, according to local authorities.
Investigators have registered a case of hit‑and‑run and are actively searching for the driver, who fled the location immediately after the crash. Witnesses said the Thar appeared to accelerate after the impact, making it difficult to identify the vehicle at first.
The incident adds to growing concerns over road safety in Uttar Pradesh, where high‑speed collisions involving larger vehicles and two‑wheelers are frequently reported. Police have urged motorists to exercise caution and cooperate with ongoing investigations.
Investigators have registered a case of hit‑and‑run and are actively searching for the driver, who fled the location immediately after the crash. Witnesses said the Thar appeared to accelerate after the impact, making it difficult to identify the vehicle at first.
The incident adds to growing concerns over road safety in Uttar Pradesh, where high‑speed collisions involving larger vehicles and two‑wheelers are frequently reported. Police have urged motorists to exercise caution and cooperate with ongoing investigations.