MAPUSA
A tragic hit-and-run accident claimed the life of a 20-year-old youth early Sunday morning in Duler, Mapusa.
The victim, identified as Mubakar Khan, a resident of Cunchelim, Mapusa, was a vegetable vendor in the Mapusa market. The accident occurred around 6 am when an unknown vehicle, believed to be a goods carrier, struck Khan who was riding a two-wheeler.
According to Mapusa police, the deceased was heading towards the Mapusa market, while the four-wheeler was traveling in the opposite direction. The speeding vehicle hit Khan’s two-wheeler, causing him to be thrown onto the road. Khan sustained severe head and body injuries from the impact.
Emergency services, including the police and a 108 ambulance, promptly arrived at the scene and rushed him to the North District Hospital.
Despite their efforts, doctors on duty declared Khan dead upon arrival. The police have taken custody of Khan’s body and sent it to Goa Medical College (GMC) for a post-mortem examination. Further investigation is on.
