9 months ago
MP Police ASI Kills Teacher, Severely Injures Boy in Alleged Drunk Driving Incident
A police officer in India is accused of driving his SUV very fast and hitting several motorcycles late one night.
A 42-year-old teacher was killed in the crash.
His 10-year-old son was so badly hurt that doctors had to remove both his legs to save him.
The teacher's wife and young daughter were also injured, along with another man on a motorcycle.
People who saw it said the police officer was drunk.
The officer was arrested, but later given bail.
A case has been filed against him for dangerous driving.
The teacher's family protested, asking for justice and help.
MP Police ASI Manoj Yadav allegedly drove his SUV while heavily drunk, hitting multiple vehicles.
The collision killed college teacher Dasharath Singh (42) and critically injured his wife Lalita (35), daughter Jaya (6), and son Harshit (10).
Harshit, the 10-year-old son, suffered severe leg injuries requiring amputation of both legs.
Another motorcyclist, Bhupaal Singh (44), was also injured.
Protesters, including the deceased's family, demanded strict action against the ASI and compensation, while the ASI was suspended and granted bail.
- Who
- Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Manoj Yadav; Dasharath Singh (deceased teacher); Harshit (injured son); Lalita (injured wife); Jaya (injured daughter); Bhupaal Singh (injured motorcyclist).
- What
- An ASI allegedly drove his SUV into multiple motorcycles, resulting in one death and critical injuries to four others, including a child who lost both legs.
- Where
- Near Bhadbhadia village on the Neemuch-Jawad road, Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh
- When
- Friday night
- Why
- The ASI was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and in a rash and negligent manner.
Victim's Family & Protesters
Police Official Account
ASI's Intoxication
Victim's Family & Protesters
Family members alleged that ASI Manoj Yadav was drunk at the time of the accident and was driving recklessly.
Police Official Account
The police stated that ASI Yadav was suspended and produced in court. His medical report to determine intoxication was awaited.
Legal Action and Bail
Victim's Family & Protesters
Protesters demanded strict action against the ASI and financial compensation for the deceased teacher's family.
Police Official Account
A case has been registered against Yadav for causing death due to rash and negligent act, and he was granted bail.
Key facts
- Incident Date
- Friday night
- Location
- Near Bhadbhadia village on the Neemuch-Jawad road, Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh
- Alleged Perpetrator
- Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Manoj Yadav
- Deceased Victim
- Dasharath Singh (42), college teacher
- Critically Injured
- Harshit (10, son, both legs amputated), Lalita (35, wife), Jaya (6, daughter), Bhupaal Singh (44, motorcyclist)
- Other Injuries
- Several people received minor bruises.
- Action Taken Against ASI
- Suspended, case registered for rash and negligent driving, granted bail
Timeline
Two officers face suspension after allegedly assaulting men at a station.
Separately, a drunk officer in India killed a teacher and injured his family in a crash.
Quotes
Naval Singh Sisodia
Additional Superintendent of Police
“Asked whether the ASI, who is in his 50s, was drunk, Sisodia said on Sunday that his medical report was awaited.”
NDTV
Kiran Chouhan
Cantonment City Superintendent of Police
“a case has been registered against Yadav for causing death due to rash and negligent act.”
NDTV
Sources
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