Amroha: Drunk Police Constable Hits 2 Pedestrians in Joya, Drives Car Without Tire; Video Surfaces
A police constable, Sanjeev Tomar, was arrested in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly hitting two people with his car while intoxicated. After striking the victims and several vehicles, he was intercepted and beaten by an enraged mob. Police have registered a case of attempted murder against him, and a formal investigation is currently underway.
A police constable in Amroha is in custody following an incident late Monday night, July 13,┬а in Joya, where he allegedly struck two people with his car while under the influence of alcohol. The collision, which occurred within the jurisdiction of the Didauli police station around 11:00 PM, left both victims with serious injuries. The accused, identified as Constable Sanjeev Tomar, reportedly hit Amit Kumar and Ravindra, both of whom are residents of Didauli village.
Following the initial collision, witnesses reported that the constable continued driving, striking several other vehicles along the highway. According to bystanders, the vehicle lost a tire during the spree, yet the constable allegedly persisted in driving on the rim, creating a dangerous situation on the road.┬аAmroha: Youths Drink Alcohol While Hanging Out of Moving Car on Highway in Uttar Pradesh, Police Launch Probe After Video Goes Viral.
Police Constable in Custody After High-Speed Pursuit in Amroha
The Confrontation and Arrest
The incident drew a swift response from local residents, who pursued the constableтАЩs vehicle for several kilometres. The pursuit ended near the Joya toll plaza, where the mob intercepted the car and confronted the officer. Reports indicate that the confrontation escalated into a physical altercation, with the constable receiving a severe thrashing from the crowd before authorities could intervene. Officers from the Didauli police station arrived at the scene shortly thereafter to de-escalate the situation. Police successfully rescued Constable Tomar from the crowd and took him into custody. Simultaneously, the two injured victims were transported to a nearby medical facility for emergency treatment.┬аUttar Pradesh: Men Dance in Burqas to Dhurandhar Song During School Event in Amroha, Probe Launched As Video Goes Viral.
Investigation and Legal Proceedings
Local authorities have moved quickly to address the incident. A formal case has been registered against Constable Sanjeev Tomar, with charges including attempted murder. Didauli Station House Officer (SHO) Jitendra Balyan confirmed the ongoing investigation into the constable's actions. He said that the entire incident is being investigated, and that further legal and departmental action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation. The accused remains in police custody as officials work to conclude the inquiry.
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