Muzaffarnagar: A young apple vendor was seriously injured after being struck by a speeding, overloaded tractor-trolley carrying sugar on Roorkee Road in Muzaffarnagar on Friday night. The collision also badly damaged his vending cart, triggering panic at the scene and drawing a large crowd.
The accident occurred within the jurisdiction of the Civil Lines police station. According to eyewitnesses, the tractor-trolley was travelling at high speed when it hit the vendor, who was moving along the road with his apple cart. The impact threw the man onto the road, leaving him seriously injured, while his cart was crushed and severely damaged.
Driver Accused of Driving Under the Influence
Following the accident, local residents alleged that the tractor-trolley driver was under the influence of alcohol. The driver reportedly attempted to flee the scene, but street vendors and other people present caught him and handed him over to the police.
However, the allegation that the driver was intoxicated has not been officially confirmed.
Police Rush Injured Vendor to Hospital
After receiving information about the incident, Civil Lines police reached the spot and shifted the injured vendor to the District Hospital, where he is undergoing treatment.
Besides suffering injuries, the vendor also incurred financial losses due to the extensive damage to his cart. The incident has renewed concerns among local residents about the risks posed by speeding and overloaded vehicles on city roads.
Residents Demand Strict Action Against Overloaded Vehicles
Local residents have urged the administration to take stringent action against drivers operating overloaded vehicles and those violating speed regulations. They have called for stricter enforcement to prevent similar accidents and improve road safety in the area.
Reported by: Rohit
