Mira Road Horror: Uber Black Driver Drags Biker for Half a Kilometre After Falling Asleep at the Wheel, Video Surfaces
A speeding Uber Black vehicle on Mira Road dragged a bike rider for half a kilometre after the driver fell asleep. Bystanders alerted authorities, and police arrested the accused driver within two hours. Law enforcement officials confirmed that Ansari was severely sleep-deprived, causing him to doze off and lose control of the vehicle.
A horrific incident unfolded on Mira Road in Maharashtra's Thane district, where a motorcycle rider was dragged under the wheels of a car for nearly half a kilometre. Initial police investigations reveal that the driver of the speeding vehicle, operating under ride-hailing platform Uber's premium "Uber Black" tier, had fallen asleep at the wheel.
Incident and Eyewitness Accounts
According to eyewitness reports and video footage of the event, the driver continued speeding down the road despite the motorbike and its rider being visibly trapped beneath the left front wheel. ‘Not Feeling Safe to Travel’: Man Raises Safety Concerns as Cab Driver Caught Watching Reels While Driving on Busy Road in Mumbai, Uber Responds (Watch Video).
Uber Driver Hits a Biker After Falling Asleep in Mira Road
Fellow motorists and bystanders desperately shouted and signalled for the driver to pull over, but the car kept moving for nearly half a kilometre before the driver attempted to flee the scene. The injured biker sustained severe trauma in the collision and is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital.
Police Investigation and Medical Findings
Local authorities moved swiftly following the incident, tracking down and arresting the driver within two hours. The vehicle involved has been seized as investigations continue. The accused has been identified as Adil Taslim Ansari. At the time of the crash, Ansari was driving a Toyota Highlander bearing the registration number MH 01 FE 5919. While initial suspicions pointed toward potential drunk driving, a subsequent medical examination ruled out intoxication. Law enforcement officials confirmed that Ansari was severely sleep-deprived, causing him to doze off and lose control of the vehicle. Delhi Woman Praises Uber Driver for Returning Forgotten Spectacles Despite No Ride Back, Video Goes Viral.
Platform Details
The vehicle was registered with the ride-hailing major Uber under its "Uber Black" service category. According to corporate descriptions provided by Uber, rides under this premium tier are typically fulfilled by "highly rated drivers". Police are examining the broader operational circumstances surrounding the driver's fatigue as legal proceedings move forward.
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