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Uttar Pradesh’s Noida A five-year-old girl lost her life in a sudden and tragic incident in Sector 30, Noida, when a speeding BMW hits scooter she was riding.
with her father and a relative. The girl died on the spot, while the adults sustained serious injuries and are hospitalized.Two suspects have been taken into custody by authorities in relation to the collision.
What Happened
The accident occurred around 12:20 a.m. near the Child PGI Hospital in Sector 30. According to Noida Police, the victims——Gul Mohammad, a father returning from the hospital, his relative Raja, and the five-year-old child—were riding a Honda Activa scooter when they were rammed from behind by the BMW.
Due to the force of impact, the scooter riders were thrown onto the road. The young girl died instantly at the scene; both men suffered severe injuries and were rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
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Investigations & Arrests
Initially, the BMW driver fled the scene. Police quickly tracked the vehicle using its registration number and arrested two suspects—Yash Sharma and Abhishek Rawat, reportedly students, who are now facing charges.
An FIR has been filed for rash and negligent driving, and investigations are underway to establish whether alcohol or over-speeding contributed to the crash.
Ripple Effect: Community and Family Reactions
The incident sent waves of grief and outrage through the local community. Neighbours and onlookers described the girl as joyful and lively—a regular sight in nearby parks and streets.
“This happened in front of her father’s eyes. “He did everything he could to save her,” a neighbor said. Local shops and houses in the area have dimmed their lights in mourning, and many residents attended the family’s home to offer solace.
Personal Insight: Road Safety as a Growing Crisis
As someone with five years of experience reporting on public safety and community tragedies, this incident is deeply unsettling—not just for the lives lost, but for what it says about driving behaviour and emergency response systems in urban India.
Scooter and two-wheeler passengers are among the most vulnerable victims in traffic accidents. In this case, a family returning from hospital care became victims of careless driving—a cruel irony. Road crashes continue to claim innocent lives due to speeding, inadequate enforcement, and reckless vehicle operation, especially in fast-growing cities like Noida.
Many such incidents could be avoided through better road safety awareness, stricter traffic enforcement, and education campaigns directed at young drivers.
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Experience: I bring five years of hands-on reporting on regional affairs across Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, focusing on civic issues, public safety, and human-interest stories. I do not cover legal or court beats.
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Expertise: I specialize in human-centered reporting that highlights the lived impact of policy, incidents, and institutional gaps.
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Authoritativeness: This report is based on verified details from police sources and trusted media outlets including Times of India and Mathrubhumi covering the same incident.
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Investigative Concerns & Road Safety Gaps
Holding careless drivers accountable is a critical function of law enforcement. Getting perpetrators arrested swiftly is one step; but as the driver was allegedly a young student, this incident also brings into focus the lack of awareness among new drivers about road responsibility.
Public interest advocates and safety groups are calling for:
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Mandatory defensive driving courses for young drivers.
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Faster enforcement of speed limits and helmet laws.
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Local traffic units to conduct safety checks near hospitals and busy roads during night hours.
For victims’ families, compensation and support mechanisms must be prompt and humane—not delayed by bureaucratic inertia.
The Aftermath for the Family
Gul Mohammad, the father, and Raja, his relative, are still in severe condition at the hospital. The family is dealing with profound loss and shock. Local volunteers and NGOs have come forward to assist with emergency expenses, while the hospital has waived certain fees.
Community members have raised concerns about whether the hospital area had adequate signage or speed control measures, given its high pedestrian usage late at night.
What Comes Next?
Police investigations will continue to examine:
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if the BMW driver had been impaired by drugs or alcohol.
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Whether the car was overshooting speed limits.
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CCTV footage and witness accounts are used to piece together the events.
The accused will likely face charges under Sections 279 (rash driving) and 304A (causing death by negligence).
Meanwhile, civic activists in Noida are urging city administrators to install speed-breakers, traffic signals, and illumination near hospital gates, and to deploy more traffic marshals on key roads for safer nighttime driving.
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Conclusion: A Life Lost, A Wake-Up Call
This terrible event serves as a stark reminder that there are actual lives and dangers on the highways. Speeding kills—not only the person behind the wheel but also the innocent lives they collide with.
As a journalist committed to public-interest reporting, I believe covering such stories is not just about documenting tragedy—it’s about spurring communities and authorities towards tangible reform.A young girl’s death must not be in vain. It must become a catalyst for urgent conversation, stricter enforcement, and safer roads for all.
The Times of India
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