Key Facts
Dantewada, Chhattisgarh: A 25-year-old truck driver allegedly committed suicide after posting videos on social media accusing occupants of a luxury car of assaulting and threatening him following a collision. The incident occurred in Dantewada district, with the body recovered near Banjari Ghat under Gidam police station limits on Friday.
Details of the Incident
The deceased, Tamradhwaj Sahu, a resident of Mahasamund district, worked as a driver for a truck owned by Laxman. On Friday, Laxman informed police that Sahu had uploaded videos on Instagram claiming he would end his life and then stopped responding to calls. A search team located his body hanging from a tree in a forest near Banjari Ghat using his mobile phone's location.
The truck driven by Sahu collided with a Mercedes car on Thursday at Banjari Ghat. An emergency response vehicle had also reached the spot after the accident.
Videos and Allegations
Sahu released six separate videos before his death. In them, he is seen crying and claiming the accident occurred due to brake failure. He alleged that the luxury car occupants assaulted him and threatened to kill him. He also apologized to his employer, Laxman, saying the accident was not intentional and that he was ending his life because of the beating and threats.
In one video, with a noose around his neck, he said, "Forgive me, I could not fulfil my responsibilities."
Police Investigation
A senior police official stated that an investigation is underway. A case will be registered against the deceased truck driver for the collision, while a separate FIR will be filed against the car driver and occupants based on the assault allegations in the videos. The Mercedes car owner, Sagar Hemla, a resident of Bijapur district and a contractor, will be summoned for questioning. Further action will be taken based on the investigation.
What Readers Should Know
- The truck driver was 25 years old and from Mahasamund district.
- The collision involved a truck and a Mercedes car at Banjari Ghat in Dantewada.
- Six videos were released by the driver alleging assault and threats.
- Police are investigating both the collision and the assault claims.
FAQ
What happened to truck driver Tamradhwaj Sahu?
He was found hanging from a tree near Banjari Ghat in Dantewada district after releasing videos alleging assault by luxury car occupants.
Why did the truck driver commit suicide?
He claimed in videos that the luxury car occupants assaulted and threatened to kill him after a collision, and he apologized for not fulfilling his responsibilities.
What action is police taking?
Police are investigating and will register a case against the deceased for the collision and a separate FIR against the car occupants based on the assault allegations.
Source: www.hindustantimes.com