Archive · 22 Aug 2026
Police Await Forensic Report After MP Son’s Fatal Crash
A road crash happened in Hyderabad on August 16, 2026.
Police say an Aston Martin allegedly driven by 21-year-old Sanjush hit Bharati Mukhi, who was 26.
She was taken to a hospital but died from her injuries.
Her family said she had been supporting the household for several years.
Quick tests did not find alcohol or drugs in Sanjush.
Police sent his blood to a laboratory for more detailed testing.
They also seized and inspected the car and are studying CCTV footage.
Sanjush was given a legal notice and bail while the investigation continues.
His father said Sanjush is cooperating and that nothing is being hidden, while a YSRCP spokesperson alleged a cover-up.
Police sent 21-year-old Lingamaneni Sanjush’s blood sample to the Forensic Science Laboratory after preliminary alcohol and drug tests were negative.
An Aston Martin allegedly driven by Sanjush struck 26-year-old saleswoman Bharati Mukhi near Inorbit Mall in Madhapur on August 16, 2026.
Mukhi suffered severe head injuries and was declared dead at a Jubilee Hills hospital; her family said she was the household’s sole breadwinner.
Police seized the vehicle, completed the Motor Vehicle Inspector’s inspection and said its report was expected within three to four days.
Sanjush received a notice and station bail under the cited legal provisions, while police continue examining CCTV, vehicle and other evidence.
- Who
- Lingamaneni Sanjush, 21, is the accused driver; Bharati Mukhi, 26, was the woman who died. Sanjush is the son of Jana Sena Party Rajya Sabha MP Lingamaneni Ramesh.
- What
- An Aston Martin allegedly hit Mukhi during a road crossing, causing fatal injuries and leading to a police case.
- When
- The crash occurred on August 16, 2026, at about 3 p.m.; the investigation and forensic testing were reported afterward.
- Where
- Near Inorbit Mall in Madhapur, Hyderabad; Mukhi was taken to a hospital in Jubilee Hills.
- Why
- Police are investigating the alleged high-speed, rash and negligent driving, including possible intoxication and the vehicle’s speed.
Police and Family Defense
Political Criticism
Whether the investigation is being handled properly
Police and Family Defense
Police said they are proceeding according to law, collected blood samples, seized and inspected the vehicle, reviewed CCTV and issued Sanjush a notice because the cited offence did not require arrest at that stage. Lingamaneni Ramesh said nothing was concealed and that his son cooperated fully.
Political Criticism
YSRCP spokesperson Karthik Yellapragada alleged that police were attempting to cover up the incident and questioned why it had received little public attention for several days after the FIR.
Conduct immediately after the crash
Police and Family Defense
Ramesh said Sanjush took the injured woman to the hospital, reported the incident and provided the required details. Police also said the accused party took Mukhi to the hospital.
Political Criticism
The articles report allegations of a high-speed, rash and negligent collision, while the investigation has not yet reached a final conclusion about the crash circumstances.
- Accused
- Lingamaneni Sanjush, 21
- Victim
- Bharati Mukhi, 26, a saleswoman
- Vehicle
- Aston Martin; the vehicle was seized and inspected
- Preliminary tests
- Police said alcohol, drug and drunk-driving tests were negative
- Forensic evidence
- Sanjush’s blood sample was sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory; the report was pending
- Police case
- Crime No. 1238/2026 was registered under Section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
- Investigation status
- CCTV footage, vehicle findings and other evidence are being examined; the Motor Vehicle Inspector’s report was expected within three to four days
- Victim’s family
- Mukhi’s family said she had been the household’s sole breadwinner for around five years
Sources
Hyderabad Hit-And-Run: 26-Year-Old Saleswoman Killed By Aston Martin Driven By MP's Son, Blood Sent For FSL
Hyderabad: Aston Martin crash killed family’s sole breadwinner; Jana Sena MP says son cooperating
