A 10-year-old boy died and another child suffered serious injuries after a speeding car hit them in Ghamandpur, an area under Kotdwar Municipal Corporation in Pauri Garhwal, around 7:45 AM.
The children had reportedly gone out to play in the morning. The collision occurred near a wedding venue, where the car entered the premises after becoming uncontrollable and struck them.
Vansh Chauhan, son of Durgapuri resident Sandeep Kumar, died in the incident. The second child, identified as 12-year-old Lakshya, is the son of Pradeep.
Injured child referred to Dehradun
Lakshya was given initial medical treatment before doctors referred him to Dehradun. The source material describes his condition as serious.
People in the vicinity caught the car driver after the crash. Police reached the location after receiving information about the incident.
The available information does not state whether police registered a case or provide details about the driver’s identity. It also does not give further information about the children’s medical treatment or the circumstances that led to the vehicle entering the wedding venue.
What happened in Ghamandpur
The children were playing outside a wedding venue when the vehicle reached the area at high speed. The car then moved into the venue and hit them.
The incident has drawn attention to the danger faced by children playing near public roads and roadside premises. However, the available report does not provide an official account of the vehicle’s speed or the driver’s explanation.
Conclusion
The crash in Ghamandpur killed Vansh Chauhan and left Lakshya seriously injured. Lakshya has been referred to Dehradun, while police have reached the scene after local people caught the driver.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the accident take place?
The accident occurred in Ghamandpur, within Kotdwar Municipal Corporation in Pauri Garhwal.
Q. When did the crash happen?
The crash took place at around 7:45 AM.
Q. How many children were hit?
The speeding car struck 2 children.
Q. Who died in the accident?
Vansh Chauhan, aged 10, died in the incident.
Q. Who was injured?
Lakshya, aged 12, suffered serious injuries.
Q. Where was the injured child sent?
Lakshya was referred to Dehradun after receiving initial treatment.
Q. What happened to the car driver?
People near the scene caught the driver after the collision. Police later reached the spot.
