Synopsis
On March 17, the accused in the Vadodara hit-and-run case, Rakshit Chaurasia, was sent for further remand as police transferred three officers for protocol violations. The incident occurred during Holika Dahan festivities, injuring multiple individuals. The investigation continues as the community demands accountability.Key Takeaways
- Rakshit Chaurasia involved in hit-and-run.
- Three ASIs transferred for violating protocol.
- Incident occurred during Holika Dahan celebrations.
- New evidence led to extended police remand.
- Community demands justice for victims.
Vadodara, March 17 (NationPress) In a hit-and-run incident that rattled Gujarat's Vadodara on the night of Holika Dahan, the accused, Rakshit Chaurasia, crashed his vehicle into three two-wheelers near Amrapali Complex in the Karelibaug area.
The accused has been remanded for further questioning, and the city’s Police Commissioner took disciplinary action by transferring three Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs) to different divisions as a consequence of their procedural violations.
On the night of March 14 during Holika Dahan festivities, Rakshit Chaurasia was reportedly speeding when he lost control of his car, colliding with three motorcycles and injuring multiple individuals.
Following the accident, Rakshit fled the scene, but police later located and apprehended him.
Initially, the court sanctioned a one-day remand for police interrogation of Rakshit.
However, as the investigation progressed, new evidence surfaced, necessitating the police to present him to court again.
On March 13, the court approved an additional two-day remand for extended questioning.
Rakshit managed to provide his account of the incident to the media while in police custody.
This breach of protocol is significant, as an accused individual is prohibited from making public statements while in detention.
It was subsequently uncovered that three ASIs from the traffic division aided Rakshit in contacting the media.
During his arrest, Rakshit was overheard uttering the phrases 'Another Round' and 'Nikita'. These ambiguous remarks have raised eyebrows, prompting the police to investigate these leads further.
Speculation suggests that these phrases might be connected to the motive for the crime or possible accomplices.
The Vadodara police are now examining over seven critical aspects of the case, including Rakshit's affiliations and the potential for premeditated involvement.
The authorities aim to determine if this was a mere accident or a calculated act.
Meanwhile, the families of the victims and local residents are calling for stringent measures against Rakshit and thorough accountability for the police officers who aided him.
