A shocking road accident in Rajkot, Gujarat, claimed the life of a young scooter rider after a speeding BMW rammed into his two-wheeler in the early hours of Monday. The fatal incident occurred around 2 am near Crystal Mall on Kalavad Road, an area known for sparse traffic during late hours but frequent instances of reckless driving.

According to police officials, the victim, identified as Abhishek, was attempting to take a right turn when the black BMW, reportedly traveling at an excessive speed, struck his scooter head-on. The impact was so severe that Abhishek was thrown several meters onto the road, sustaining critical injuries that led to his death on the spot. Emergency medical teams arrived soon after but were unable to revive him.

CCTV footage from the area captured the harrowing moment of the crash, confirming that the luxury car was speeding before colliding directly into the scooter. The visuals show the two-wheeler being completely destroyed, while the front end of the BMW sustained significant damage. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident and whether the driver was under the influence or violating traffic norms.

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Residents in the area have expressed concerns over increasing cases of speeding and dangerous driving, particularly near commercial zones like Crystal Mall. Police have reportedly begun reviewing surveillance footage from nearby cameras to identify the driver and assess potential charges under sections of reckless driving and negligence causing death.

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