Pune Porsche case

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Vedant Agarwal, the 17-year-old son of Vishal and Shivani Agarwal, was at the center of the high-profile Pune accident. The case raised questions about parental responsibility, ethical parenting, and the societal implications of minors driving powerful vehicles. What unfolded after the accident is not just shocking, it raises questions on fair parenting and wrong parenting.

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The Supreme Court has granted regular bail to three individuals accused in the Pune Porsche crash case. The incident, which occurred on May 19, 2024, involved a 17-year-old allegedly driving a Porsche Taycan and fatally striking two 24-year-old tech professionals.

A Pune court has placed the father of a 17-year-old in police custody for two days, until May 24, following an incident where the teenager crashed his Porsche into a motorcycle, resulting in the deaths of two young tech professionals. This action was taken after the Pune crime branch detained the father on Tuesday morning in connection with the fatal accident that occurred on Sunday in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

On Tuesday, the state government terminated two Pune Juvenile Justice Board members over misconduct involving a controversial bail condition that required a teen driver, involved in a fatal crash, to write a 300-word essay on road safety. The decision followed an inquiry revealing procedural lapses and misuse of power by the members.

Mumbai police has issued a lookout circular against Mihir Shah — son of a Shiv Sena politician — wanted in a case of hit-and-run that claimed the life of a woman in Worli on July 7

The father of the minor accused in Pune Porsche car crash which killed two people was sent to two-day police custody on Wednesday. The father, Vishal Agarwal, in court argued that he had sent a driver with his 17-year-old son. The court, however, sent him to judicial custody. The Pune Police had sought 7-day custody of the father.

In India's high-profile luxury car crashes, a recurring defence emerges: a hired driver was at the wheel. Investigations often uncover conflicting claims, with authorities relying on CCTV, eyewitnesses, and forensic evidence to establish the true driver. This pattern highlights the challenges in determining responsibility and the vulnerability of drivers in such cases.

The Bombay High Court ruled the teen accused in the Pune Porsche crash case must be released from the observation home and placed in the custody of his paternal aunt. Despite the severity of the incident where he allegedly drove intoxicated and caused fatalities, the court emphasized adherence to the Juvenile Justice Act's principles treating him as a juvenile in conflict with the law.

Two people lost their lives in a Pune accident involving a juvenile driving a luxury car while intoxicated. The Bombay High Court is addressing a habeas corpus petition challenging the boy's detention after being released on bail. The accident claimed the lives of two software engineers, Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta.

A 17-year-old student, driving drunk, caused a fatal accident on the Pune-Nashik highway. The student's SUV jumped the divider, killing an autorickshaw driver and injuring two motorcyclists. The teenager, admitted to being drunk, is now in an observation home. Police are investigating where the alcohol was obtained.

Pune police have filed the initial chargesheet concerning the May 19 Porsche crash, involving a teenager and seven others including his parents and medical professionals. They stand accused of bribing public servants to manipulate evidence, specifically the teenager's blood alcohol test. The charges also imply a broader conspiracy involving mortuary and forensic staff. Statements from 50 witnesses, along with CCTV footage, form the core of the evidence. Although the investigation is ongoing, this preliminary chargesheet includes comprehensive details and awaits further data for a supplementary report.

Despite a police plea, the allegedly inebriated teenage driver behind the death of two people in Pune in 2024 will not face trial as an adult.

Two members of the Juvenile Justice Board are facing possible termination for granting bail to a 17-year-old Porsche Taycan driver involved in a fatal accident. The WCD commissioner's report highlighted procedural lapses and misconduct in the case, leading to disciplinary action recommendations. The accused minor was granted bail under controversial conditions, sparking national outrage. The case is now in the hands of the state government to take appropriate action. Stay updated for further developments on this matter.

The teenager involved in the Pune Porsche crash that killed two people was released from observation home on Tuesday following the Bombay high court's order. Earlier in the day, the HC had said the continuation of the minor accused in the fatal case is "illegal", directing his release from the home. The HC directed authorities to release the minor, on bail with his custody not to be with any grandparent as directed by a magistrate on May 19 while granting him bail.

The fathers of Ashwini Kosta and Anees Awadhiya, who were killed in the Pune Porsche hit-and-run, express their grief and disappointment over the Juvenile Justice Board's decision to treat the accused as a minor. They feel the severity of the crime was not adequately considered and plan to appeal the judgement, questioning the leniency shown throughout the case.

Expensive cars, high speeds, and reckless driving– it's a combination India has seen far too often. Whether it’s a Porsche in Pune, a BMW in Mumbai, or a Lamborghini in Noida, one pattern remains the same: lives are put at risk, and the wealthy walk away with little consequence. The latest addition to this disturbing ‘trend’ is a speeding Lamborghini in Noida’s Sector 94 that crashed into two pedestrians.

In Worli at 5:30am, a BMW allegedly driven by Mihir Shah hit a scooter, killing Kaveri Nakhwa. Husband Pradip injured. Mihir fled after an outing from Borivali to Crawford Market, leaving chauffeur and Rajesh Shah. Car found in Kala Nagar. Lookout notice issued. Aaditya Thackeray and Chief Minister demand action. Police investigate under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

In 2024, the nation faced multiple violent crimes, ranging from mob attacks in Sandeshkhali to tragic murders and terrorist acts. These incidents highlighted ongoing challenges in public safety, law enforcement, and social justice, sparking national outrage and urgent calls for reform.