Three motorcyclists killed in hit-and-run incidents on Sunday

Three Motorcyclists Killed in Separate Accidents

Three motorcyclists died in separate hit-and-run accidents in Navi Mumbai and Raigad on Sunday. This raises concerns about road safety on high-speed corridors and state highways in the area.

First Incident in Navi Mumbai

The first incident happened early Sunday. A 22-year-old motorcyclist, Babusingh Nathusingh Kharwad, from Taloja, was traveling to Panvel with his friend to collect a mobile phone. While on the flyover between Navade and Roadpali, an unidentified speeding truck hit their bike from behind. Kharwad suffered severe injuries to his thigh and back, leading to his death. His friend, Chattarsingh, who was riding pillion, was injured and is receiving treatment. A case has been registered with the Taloja police under relevant laws.

Second Incident in Raigad

A few hours later, around 5:30 am, another incident occurred on the Alibag–Vadkhal Road near Devi village in Raigad district. A motorcyclist died in a head-on collision with a vehicle from JSW company. The vehicle reportedly veered onto the wrong side of the road, killing the rider instantly. The police identified the driver as Vikas Kashinath.

Third Incident on Mumbai–Goa Highway

Later that morning, another motorcyclist was killed on the Mumbai–Goa highway near Dagav village in Mahad taluka, Raigad district. The victim was riding from Mumbai towards Goa when an unidentified speeding vehicle struck him from behind around 9 am. He sustained serious injuries. Passersby alerted the police, who took him to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead.