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One Dead as Speeding Car Hits Pedestrians in Chennai

A speeding car hit several pedestrians in Chennai, resulting in one person’s death. The accident took place on a busy road, where the car was traveling at a high speed, unable to stop in time.

The driver lost control of the vehicle, crashing into the group of people who were walking on the sidewalk.

The incident occurred in the early evening, when the road was crowded with people heading home after work. The driver, who has not yet been identified, was speeding and failed to notice the pedestrians in his path. As the car sped toward them, it struck a man and two others. Sadly, the man who was hit by the car died instantly from his injuries. The other two pedestrians were injured but survived the crash and were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Witnesses at the scene said the car came out of nowhere, moving very fast. They described the sound of the crash as loud, followed by chaos as people rushed to help the victims. The injured pedestrians were quickly attended to by bystanders before paramedics arrived.

Police arrived at the scene shortly after the accident. They immediately cordoned off the area and began their investigation. Officers said that the driver of the car fled the scene after the crash, leaving the victims behind. They have launched a manhunt to find the driver and bring him to justice. Authorities are looking for security camera footage to help identify the car and the person responsible.

The accident has raised concerns about road safety in the area. Local residents are calling for more traffic control and stricter enforcement of speed limits. Many people believe that accidents like these can be avoided if drivers follow traffic rules and drive at safe speeds.

The family of the deceased man is grieving their loss, while the other victims are recovering from their injuries. Police continue to investigate the crash and have promised to take action against those responsible for such reckless driving.