A late-night altercation in western India’s Maharatsra turned chaotic when a speeding SUV collided with three pedestrians. The driver, later attacked by a group at the scene, denied allegations of drunk driving. Police have launched an investigation, gathering CCTV footage and eyewitness accounts to unravel the sequence of events.

The incident took place at the Sanpada area of Navi Mumbai and the video went viral on November 1.

Visuals showed a speeding car recklessly swerved toward a group of people standing on the roadside, intentionally ramming into them with force. The car finally came to a halt at a short distance, leaving a scene of chaos in its wake. People scattered in panic, some rushing to help those hit, while others shouted and gestured in alarm. The tense atmosphere was charged with the sound of urgent voices and frantic calls, as bystanders tried to make sense of the unexpected mayhem.

According to reports, the driver, identified as Digvijay, claimed that a personal dispute led to the collision. While initial reports hinted at a potential hit-and-run fueled by alleged drunk driving, the driver has denied these claims, stating he was also a victim of mob violence on the scene.

Fortunately, all three pedestrians sustained only minor injuries and were treated on-site. However, the driver was later hospitalized with severe injuries, reportedly from an attack by an outraged crowd who witnessed the incident.

 The driver confirmed he was not under the influence of alcohol. “A dispute was already ongoing when the accident happened. I was attacked by people at the spot, and I’m currently being treated at Suraj Hospital,” he stated. Sanpada police have since registered a cross-complaint, highlighting the incident’s complexity. Authorities are scrutinizing CCTV footage and gathering witness statements to clarify the timeline and cause of events fully.

Investigators remain cautious, considering both the physical evidence and the contradictory witness accounts. The situation is under extensive review as Sanpada police work to piece together the complete details surrounding this controversial collision.