56-Year-Old Man Killed in Surat After Road Rage Incident

A 56-year-old man in Surat died after being run over and dragged by a tempo during a road rage incident. The accused driver, arrested soon after, claimed self-defense, alleging the confrontation felt threatening. This tragedy follows similar road rage violence in Gujarat, sparking renewed concerns over road safety.

In a shocking road rage incident in Surat, Gujarat, a 56-year-old man, Jitendra Kanthariya, was killed on Saturday after being dragged by a tempo at Ratnamala crossroads. The incident occurred around 3:30 pm following a heated argument over rash driving.

Kanthariya and his son, waiting at a traffic signal on their motorcycle, confronted tempo driver Mayur Mer (39) after their vehicle was hit. The situation escalated, with Mer allegedly abusing the duo before accelerating. In a tragic turn, the tempo ran over Kanthariya, dragging him a considerable distance before the driver fled the scene. Kanthariya died instantly.

CCTV footage captured the horrifying sequence, showing the victim’s son desperately trying to stop the driver. The police arrested Mer shortly after the incident. In his statement, the accused claimed he felt threatened by the confrontation and was attempting to escape. He alleged that one of them stood in front of his vehicle as he drove off.

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This incident follows another road rage case in Ahmedabad, where an MBA student was fatally stabbed by a driver after a dispute over reckless driving. Both cases have reignited discussions about road safety and the need for stricter measures against reckless driving and road rage.

Surat police have initiated further investigations to determine the exact sequence of events and ensure justice for the victim.