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The recent tragic incident in Mumbai, where a 17-year-old boy driving an SUV fatally struck a milk vendor, underscores the pressing issue of underage driving and its devastating consequences. This incident, echoing a similar case involving a juvenile in Pune, highlights the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and the importance of addressing the root causes of reckless driving among young individuals.
The Mumbai incident unfolded in the early hours of Thursday in the Aarey Colony area. The 17-year-old driver, identified as Mohammed Faz Iqbal Jivani, was at the wheel of a Mahindra Scorpio when it collided with the two-wheeler driven by 24-year-old Navin Vaishnaw, who was distributing milk. The impact of the collision was so forceful that Vaishnaw lost his life. The SUV, after striking the two-wheeler, further crashed into an electric pole, indicative of the excessive speed at which it was being driven.
The driver's attempt to flee the scene after the crash exposes a disturbing pattern of disregard for the consequences of their actions. While the driver sustained injuries, he was apprehended by police. The investigation into the incident involves analyzing the driver's blood samples for alcohol content, potentially revealing the extent of impairment at the time of the accident. The police are also probing the possibility of a party prior to the crash, suggesting a potential link between reckless behavior and the tragedy.
Source: Mumbai: SUV driven by 17-year-old boy mows down milk vendor, caught by police