BJP MLA's Nephew Flees After Fatal Ahmedabad Crash, Arrested 40 Hours Later

A 35-year-old man, named Raghavendra Kushwaha, the nephew of BJP MLA Dineshsinh Kushwaha, was apprehended on Friday for allegedly causing a fatal road accident in Ahmedabad. The incident occurred on November 11, with the Range Rover allegedly driven by Kushwaha being involved in a collision with a Rapido bike near Shilaj Circle.

The accident resulted in the death of Harshbhai Purbia, a pillion passenger on the bike, and severe injuries to the bike driver. The deceased was transported to a hospital, but tragically succumbed to his injuries. Kushwaha, a real estate businessman, was returning from a party in Gandhinagar's Kalol area with four friends when the accident took place around 7 am.

Surveillance footage and the vehicle's registration number aided police in tracking down the SUV. The investigation revealed evidence of Kushwaha's alleged involvement in the crash, leading to his arrest by Bopal Police after more than 40 hours. The vehicle has been seized, and forensic analysis and RTO inspection are ongoing. Police have found no evidence that Kushwaha was under the influence of intoxicants at the time of the accident.

Initially, there were allegations that the police had not conducted an immediate medical examination and granted bail at the police station, attempts to shield the accused. Should further evidence emerge, additional legal provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita would be implemented.