Mon Mar 30 08:58:24 UTC 2026: ### Reckless Drunk Driver Kills Two in Bengaluru CBD
The Story:
In a tragic incident in Bengaluru’s Central Business District on March 29, 2026, two individuals, Zubair Ahmed, 42, and his assistant, Abdul Musaveer Pasha, 16, were killed when their scooter was struck by a car allegedly driven by A C Aiyappa, 29, a coffee businessman. The accident occurred on Cunningham Road, a one-way street, where Aiyappa was reportedly driving against traffic while intoxicated.
Police arrested Aiyappa shortly after the incident. Ahmed and Pasha, who were wearing helmets, succumbed to severe head and facial injuries while being transported to Bowring Hospital.
Key Points:
- The incident occurred on March 29, 2026, at approximately 2:00 AM on Cunningham Road, Bengaluru.
- Zubair Ahmed, 42, and Abdul Musaveer Pasha, 16, were killed when their scooter was hit by a car.
- A C Aiyappa, 29, a coffee businessman, has been arrested and charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder and rash and negligent driving.
- Aiyappa was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and against the flow of traffic on a one-way street.
- The victims were returning home to Frazer Town after work.
Key Takeaways:
- The incident highlights the dangers of drunk driving and reckless behavior on the road.
- Enforcement of traffic laws, particularly on one-way streets, needs to be strengthened.
- The incident underscores the tragic consequences of traffic violations, resulting in the loss of innocent lives.
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