Two-time MP and SAD leader Mohinder Singh Kaypee's son died in an accident caused by a “speeding” car in Jalandhar on Saturday night.
According to eyewitnesses, Richi Kaypee (36) succumbed to his injuries after being struck by the “out-of-control” Creta car near Mata Rani Chowk in the affluent Model Town area. The incident occurred after 11 pm while Richi was out in his Fortuner car.
They alleged that the speeding Creta car collided with three vehicles at the chowk, one of which was Richi’s Fortuner. Reports indicate that the Creta driver fled the scene after the collision. The Creta also struck a taxi and a Grand Vitara car. The force of the impact caused the vehicles to crash into a nearby shop’s railing, damaging the railing and steps.
Airbags in the cars, including the one driven by Kaypee, deployed. The vehicles were left severely damaged, with the bonnet and one side of Richi’s car badly affected.
Seriously injured, Richi was taken to two private hospitals during the night, but he was pronounced dead on arrival. Preliminary reports suggest Richi was out to return a mobile phone to a friend. Kaypee’s residence is nearby.
Police arrived at the scene and have launched an investigation into the incident. They stated that CCTV footage from the area is being reviewed.
The SHO of Police Station Number 6 said, “The incident took place between 11 and 11.30 pm. The Creta car was being driven by a man whose wife and daughter were also in the car. They too sustained injuries. While one person had been confirmed dead, further investigation is on and CCTV footage will also be retrieved from stores after they open. Immediately after the investigation, an FIR will be registered.”Richi Kaypee is survived by his parents and two sisters.
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