Kanpur SUV Accident: Accused Claims She Swerved to Avoid Two Women
In a tragic incident in Kanpur, the accused in an SUV accident claims she swerved to save two women, leading to a fatal collision.
Kanpur, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : A woman involved in a fatal SUV accident in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has stated that she swerved her vehicle to avoid hitting two women. Geeta Sachan, the accused, was granted bail by the court on a personal bond of ₹25,000.
Speaking about the incident, Sachan explained, “I was returning from shopping with my sister. We usually avoid that route as it is in poor condition. However, due to the festive season, we decided to take a U-turn and drive that way to reach home faster.”
She recounted the moments leading up to the accident, saying, “An elderly man was driving very close to the left side. To avoid him, I turned the steering wheel to the right. In my panic, I accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake, causing my vehicle to collide.”
Sachan’s father, Guddu Sachan, expressed his sorrow, stating, “The children were returning from the market, and this unfortunate incident occurred while trying to save someone. I deeply regret what happened.”
The tragic event took place on the evening of November 7, just before Diwali. A high-speed Mahindra Thar SUV reportedly struck a scooter in the Kalyanpur area of Kanpur. The SUV dragged the two-wheeler for approximately 50 to 60 meters before crashing into a wall or railing on the roadside.
The scooter rider, believed to be between 55 and 60 years old, was an LIC agent returning home after purchasing a sari for his wife. He sustained severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the accident, Sachan and her minor sister, who was seated in the passenger seat, allegedly left the scene in another car that had been called to the location. After the victim’s family lodged a complaint, police traced the vehicle and arrested Sachan on November 8.
