Youth killed, brother critically injured after unidentified vehicle hits bike in Chandigarh
A passer-by alerted the police, who rushed to the spot and shifted both injured youths to hospital.
PTC News Desk: An 18-year-old youth was killed while his brother was critically injured after their bike as hit by an identified vehicle in near a gaushala on the Sector 45-50 road.
The deceased has been identified as Subhash (18), a resident of Jagatpura, Punjab. His brother, Shubham (20), has been undergoing treatment at the PGIMER.
A passer-by alerted the police, who rushed to the spot and shifted both injured youths to hospital. Subhash succumbed to injuries during treatment, while Shubham was referred to the PGIMER.
A case has been registered against unidentified driver and investigation launched into the matter. Police is also examining CCTV footage to identify the vehicle involved.
Meanwhile, family of the deceased has refused to allow a post-mortem examination alleging negligence and inaction by the police. The family stated that they will not take custody of the body until the driver responsible for the accident is arrested.