<p>A French man who was convicted of killing an Israeli woman, Lee Zeitouni, in a 2011 hit-and-run case in Tel Aviv, was shot dead on Thursday (Apr 16) morning in Paris. Eric ​Robic was killed at around 9:30 am in the wealthy suburb of Neuilly-sur-Seine in an apparent targeted ambush. Eyewitnesses described ​two men riding a scooter who fired several handgun shots before fleeing the scene, according to French prosecutors.</p><p>While paramedics attempted to resuscitate him, he was pronounced dead at 10:10 am, The Jerusalem Post reported. His identity was officially confirmed shortly after.</p><p>Robic has had several criminal records and 12 convictions against him since 1994. He had been convicted of financial offences against car dealerships and banking institutions. He was also convicted of aggravated involuntary manslaughter as a driver. The most serious charge he was facing was the fatal hit-and-run, which happened more than a decade ago when his speeding SUV hit the 25-year-old Israeli woman, Lee &nbsp;Zeitouni, in Tel Aviv. The incident had triggered public outrage and diplomatic tensions between Israel and France after Paris refused Tel Aviv’s extradition request under its policy of not extraditing ​its own nationals.</p><p>Robic was later tried in Paris under French law. In 2014, he was convicted of aggravated involuntary homicide and failure to assist a person in ⁠danger. During the trial, it was found that Robic had been driving under the influence of alcohol and speeding. He was sentenced to five years in prison.</p><p>Authorities have not shared details on the possible motives for his killing.</p>

A French man, Eric Robic, convicted in the 2011 killing of Israeli woman Lee Zeitouni, was shot dead in Paris in a suspected targeted ambush, prosecutors said.

A French man who was convicted of killing an Israeli woman, Lee Zeitouni, in a 2011 hit-and-run case in Tel Aviv, was shot dead on Thursday (Apr 16) morning in Paris. Eric Robic was killed at around 9:30 am in the wealthy suburb of Neuilly-sur-Seine in an apparent targeted ambush. Eyewitnesses described two men riding a scooter who fired several handgun shots before fleeing the scene, according to French prosecutors. While paramedics attempted to resuscitate him, he was pronounced dead at 10:10 am, The Jerusalem Post reported. His identity was officially confirmed shortly after. Robic has had several criminal records and 12 convictions against him since 1994. He had been convicted of financial offences against car dealerships and banking institutions. He was also convicted of aggravated involuntary manslaughter as a driver. The most serious charge he was facing was the fatal hit-and-run, which happened more than a decade ago when his speeding SUV hit the 25-year-old Israeli woman, Lee Zeitouni, in Tel Aviv. The incident had triggered public outrage and diplomatic tensions between Israel and France after Paris refused Tel Aviv’s extradition request under its policy of not extraditing its own nationals. Robic was later tried in Paris under French law. In 2014, he was convicted of aggravated involuntary homicide and failure to assist a person in ⁠danger. During the trial, it was found that Robic had been driving under the influence of alcohol and speeding. He was sentenced to five years in prison. Authorities have not shared details on the possible motives for his killing.

<p>A French man, Eric Robic, convicted in the 2011 killing of Israeli woman Lee Zeitouni, was shot dead in Paris in a suspected targeted ambush, prosecutors said.</p>

French man convicted of killing Israeli woman shot dead in Paris

A tragic hit-and-run case in Vadodara has left one woman dead and at least seven others severely injured. A law student, accused of reckless driving, has been arrested after his speeding car rammed multiple vehicles. Police are investigating the incident as public outrage grows.

Vadodara hit-and-run horror: Law student kills 1, injures 7

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<p>A suspected hit-and-run attack by a 62-year-old man on Monday (November 11) evening at a sports centre in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai, killed 35 people, and left 43 injured, China's state television CCTV reported.</p>

<p>A video posted on social media following the attack showed chaotic scenes on the road outside the sports centre, with people gathered around the wounded lying on the road.</p>

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<p>Another video showed police arriving at the scene of the attack.</p>

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<p>The attack came despite high security in the city for the upcoming major civil and military airshow.</p>

<p>“It drove in a loop, and people were hurt in all areas of the running track - east, south, west, and north," an eyewitness told Caixin.</p>

<h2><strong>Chinese President calls for 'severe punishment'</strong></h2>

<p>Chinese President Xi Jinping called for Fan to be “severely punished in accordance with the law,” state media Xinhua News reported.</p>

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<p>Caixin further reported that among the injured, many were elderly people, teenagers and children.</p>

<p>The police, in a report, said they had taken a man surnamed Fan into custody for allegedly driving a small car into pedestrians outside the sports centre at 7:48 p.m. (1148 GMT) before driving away.</p>

<p>The man was in a coma after harming himself with a knife in his car, police said, adding that he was still being treated&nbsp;and couldn’t be questioned.</p>

<p>The police said that Fan was not happy with the division of property after his divorce, according to an initial investigation.</p>

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A suspected hit-and-run attack by a 62-year-old man on Monday (November 11) evening at a sports centre in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai, killed 35 people, and left 43 injured, China's state television CCTV reported.

A suspected hit-and-run attack by a 62-year-old man on Monday (November 11) evening at a sports centre in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai, killed 35 people, and left 43 injured, China's state television CCTV reported. A video posted on social media following the attack showed chaotic scenes on the road outside the sports centre, with people gathered around the wounded lying on the road. Also read | Kai Trump drops Election Night vlog revealing behind-the-scenes moments from Trump's victory Another video showed police arriving at the scene of the attack. BREAKING: 🇨🇳 A man crashed his car on purpose into a crowd at a sports center in Zhuhai, China. Bodies are littered across the road, as medic teams rush to the site. pic.twitter.com/Rrg0YNCDve — Megatron (@Megatron_ron) November 11, 2024 × The attack came despite high security in the city for the upcoming major civil and military airshow. “It drove in a loop, and people were hurt in all areas of the running track - east, south, west, and north," an eyewitness told Caixin. Chinese President calls for 'severe punishment' Chinese President Xi Jinping called for Fan to be “severely punished in accordance with the law,” state media Xinhua News reported. Also read | Ex-Trump aides warn Israeli ministers not to assume he will support annexing West Bank: Report Caixin further reported that among the injured, many were elderly people, teenagers and children. The police, in a report, said they had taken a man surnamed Fan into custody for allegedly driving a small car into pedestrians outside the sports centre at 7:48 p.m. (1148 GMT) before driving away. The man was in a coma after harming himself with a knife in his car, police said, adding that he was still being treated and couldn’t be questioned. The police said that Fan was not happy with the division of property after his divorce, according to an initial investigation. (With inputs from agencies)

Chinese man kills at least 35 in hit-and-run car attack, was upset over divorce settlement

<p>In the latest development in the Pune Porsche hit and run case, two doctors have been arrested for allegedly manipulating&nbsp;the blood test report of the 17-year-old accused.</p>

<p>The Pune Crime Branch has arrested Dr Ajay Tawade and Dr Hari Harnor of Sasoon Hospital. Dr Tawade is head of the forensic lab at the state-run hospital in Pune.</p>

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<p>The phones of both doctors have been seized and the investigation has revealed Dr Tawade and the teen’s father spoke over the phone on the day of the accident, according to police sources.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, reports suggested that the Pune teenager, currently at an observation home, had tested negative for alcohol. However, CCTV footage from one of the bars he visited that night revealed him drinking with friends.</p>

<p>Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar earlier said, "This case does not revolve around an accident resulting from an alcohol-induced mistake where lives were lost. Our argument is that he was fully aware of his actions... attending parties at two bars, recklessly driving a car without a license plate on a narrow, crowded street. He was completely conscious of the potential fatal consequences of his behavior."</p>

<p>The teen belongs to a prominent realtor's family and it is alleged that his father and grandfather tried to influence the legal process to shield him.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Police arrest teen's grandfather</strong></h2>

<p>The police arrested Surendra Agarwal from his residence at 3 am after registering a new case with the Pune crime branch. This is the third FIR which has been filed in the Pune Porsche crash case.</p>

<p>Agarwal was earlier questioned by the Pune crime branch to know more about his son and grandson, and what conversations they had on the day of the accident.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The driver came to the scene after the juvenile's father Vishal Agarwal claimed that it was their family driver who was behind the wheel when the accident happened.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He was also interrogated by the police after which Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar confirmed&nbsp;attempts were being made to frame the innocent family driver.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Parents of deceased call for Supreme Court monitored probe</strong></h2>

<p>The parents of the two software engineers who died have demanded that the Supreme Court oversee the investigation and trial in the case. The families have also urged that the trial be conducted in Madhya Pradesh, where the victims were from, and not in Maharashtra.</p>

<p>Speaking to PTI, Ashwini's father, Suresh Kumar Koshta, said, "The Supreme Court should monitor the investigation and trial in the case to ensure that we get justice."</p>

<h2><strong>What happened</strong></h2>

<p>Ashwini Kostha and Anish Awadhiya, were on a bike when the Porsche hit them&nbsp;from behind. Both the engineers died on the spot. The 17-year-old boy (Accused) was granted bail within 15 hours of the accident.</p>

<p>Later the teen was arrested and produced before the court, where&nbsp;he was asked to write a 300-word essay on road accidents, told to work with traffic cops for 15 days and seek counselling for his drinking habit.</p>

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<p>As the case came to limelight&nbsp;a nationwide outrage followed and the Juvenile Justice Board later modified its order, sending the boy to an&nbsp;observation home.</p>

<p>The police have urged the board for permission to try the&nbsp;accused teen -- aged 17 years and eight months -- as an adult. The matter is currently being examined. The families of the two engineers have said this is "murder, not accident" and have sought stringent punishment for the accused.</p>

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In the latest development in the Pune Porsche hit and run case, two doctors have been arrested for allegedly manipulating the blood test report of the 17-year-old accused.

In the latest development in the Pune Porsche hit and run case, two doctors have been arrested for allegedly manipulating the blood test report of the 17-year-old accused. The Pune Crime Branch has arrested Dr Ajay Tawade and Dr Hari Harnor of Sasoon Hospital. Dr Tawade is head of the forensic lab at the state-run hospital in Pune. Also read: Pune Porsche Crash: Juvenile's grandfather arrested for 'forcing' driver to take blame The phones of both doctors have been seized and the investigation has revealed Dr Tawade and the teen’s father spoke over the phone on the day of the accident, according to police sources. Earlier, reports suggested that the Pune teenager, currently at an observation home, had tested negative for alcohol. However, CCTV footage from one of the bars he visited that night revealed him drinking with friends. Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar earlier said, "This case does not revolve around an accident resulting from an alcohol-induced mistake where lives were lost. Our argument is that he was fully aware of his actions... attending parties at two bars, recklessly driving a car without a license plate on a narrow, crowded street. He was completely conscious of the potential fatal consequences of his behavior." The teen belongs to a prominent realtor's family and it is alleged that his father and grandfather tried to influence the legal process to shield him. Police arrest teen's grandfather The police arrested Surendra Agarwal from his residence at 3 am after registering a new case with the Pune crime branch. This is the third FIR which has been filed in the Pune Porsche crash case. Agarwal was earlier questioned by the Pune crime branch to know more about his son and grandson, and what conversations they had on the day of the accident. Also Read: Pune Porsche accident: Police say attempts were made to save teen by framing family driver, probe underway The driver came to the scene after the juvenile's father Vishal Agarwal claimed that it was their family driver who was behind the wheel when the accident happened. He was also interrogated by the police after which Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar confirmed attempts were being made to frame the innocent family driver. Parents of deceased call for Supreme Court monitored probe The parents of the two software engineers who died have demanded that the Supreme Court oversee the investigation and trial in the case. The families have also urged that the trial be conducted in Madhya Pradesh, where the victims were from, and not in Maharashtra. Speaking to PTI, Ashwini's father, Suresh Kumar Koshta, said, "The Supreme Court should monitor the investigation and trial in the case to ensure that we get justice." What happened Ashwini Kostha and Anish Awadhiya, were on a bike when the Porsche hit them from behind. Both the engineers died on the spot. The 17-year-old boy (Accused) was granted bail within 15 hours of the accident. Later the teen was arrested and produced before the court, where he was asked to write a 300-word essay on road accidents, told to work with traffic cops for 15 days and seek counselling for his drinking habit. Also read | Pune Porsche crash: Mother of teen urges police protection for son after fake rap video goes viral As the case came to limelight a nationwide outrage followed and the Juvenile Justice Board later modified its order, sending the boy to an observation home. The police have urged the board for permission to try the accused teen -- aged 17 years and eight months -- as an adult. The matter is currently being examined. The families of the two engineers have said this is "murder, not accident" and have sought stringent punishment for the accused. (With inputs from agencies)

India's Pune Porsche crash: Two doctors arrested for tampering with blood sample of accused teen

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<p>Two Pune police officers were suspended on Friday (May 24) for failing to report the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-naga-chaitanya-gifts-himself-a-porsche-911-gt3-rs-worth-rs-35-million-723835">Porsche</a> accident to the wireless control room. The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/porsche-india-launches-3rd-gen-panamera-at-inr-169-cr-717992">luxury car</a>, driven by a 17-year-old, hit and killed Anish Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, both 24-year-old IT professionals who were travelling on a bike.</p>
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<p>As reported by ANI news agency, Pune police commissioner Amitesh Kumar stated that inspector Rahul Jagdale and assistant inspector Vishwanath Todkari, both stationed at Yerwada police station, were suspended.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, the police commissioner said someone tried to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pune-porsche-accident-police-say-attempts-were-made-to-save-teen-by-framing-family-driver-probe-underway-724961">meddle with the evidence</a> to make it look like the family driver, and not realtor Vishal Agarwal's teen son, was driving the car.</p>

<p>“We have the CCTV footage of him (juvenile) drinking liquor in the pub. The point of saying this is that our case is not alone depending on the blood report as we have other evidence also. He (juvenile) was fully in his senses, He had full knowledge that due to his conduct, such an accident, where section 304 is applicable, can happen,” Amitesh Kumar was quoted by PTI as saying.</p>

<p>The police commissioner also addressed accusations of preferential treatment, saying, "We have clearly said that a pizza party didn't happen in the police station. But yes, something had happened on which we have initiated an internal investigation. We are trying to make this a watertight case."</p>

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<h2><strong>Father of accused in judicial custody</strong></h2>

<p>A local court has placed Vishal Agarwal&nbsp;and five others in judicial custody until June 7.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Although the prosecution wanted more time to investigate and requested an extension of their police custody, the court decided to place Agarwal and the others, along with the owner and employees of two establishments where the teenager reportedly consumed alcohol before the accident, in judicial custody instead.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch | Pune Porsche crash: Will the teen be tried as an adult?</strong></p>
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<h2><strong>Parents of deceased call for SC-monitored probe</strong></h2>

<p>The parents of the two software engineers who died have demanded that the Supreme Court oversee the investigation and trial in the case. The families have also urged that the trial be conducted in Madhya Pradesh, where the victims were from, and not in Maharashtra.</p>

<p>Speaking to PTI, Ashwini's father, Suresh Kumar Koshta, said, "The Supreme Court should monitor the investigation and trial in the case to ensure that we get justice."</p>

<p>"The accused should be tried as an adult and not as a minor, considering the serious nature of the crime," he said.</p>

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Two Pune police officers were suspended on Friday (May 24) for failing to report the Porsche accident to the wireless control room. The luxury car, driven by a 17-year-old, hit and killed Anish Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, both 24-year-old IT professionals who were travelling on a bike.

Two Pune police officers were suspended on Friday (May 24) for failing to report the Porsche accident to the wireless control room. The luxury car, driven by a 17-year-old, hit and killed Anish Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, both 24-year-old IT professionals who were travelling on a bike. As reported by ANI news agency, Pune police commissioner Amitesh Kumar stated that inspector Rahul Jagdale and assistant inspector Vishwanath Todkari, both stationed at Yerwada police station, were suspended. Earlier in the day, the police commissioner said someone tried to meddle with the evidence to make it look like the family driver, and not realtor Vishal Agarwal's teen son, was driving the car. “We have the CCTV footage of him (juvenile) drinking liquor in the pub. The point of saying this is that our case is not alone depending on the blood report as we have other evidence also. He (juvenile) was fully in his senses, He had full knowledge that due to his conduct, such an accident, where section 304 is applicable, can happen,” Amitesh Kumar was quoted by PTI as saying. The police commissioner also addressed accusations of preferential treatment, saying, "We have clearly said that a pizza party didn't happen in the police station. But yes, something had happened on which we have initiated an internal investigation. We are trying to make this a watertight case." Also read | Pune Porsche crash: Mother of teen urges police protection for son after fake rap video goes viral Father of accused in judicial custody A local court has placed Vishal Agarwal and five others in judicial custody until June 7. Although the prosecution wanted more time to investigate and requested an extension of their police custody, the court decided to place Agarwal and the others, along with the owner and employees of two establishments where the teenager reportedly consumed alcohol before the accident, in judicial custody instead. Also watch | Pune Porsche crash: Will the teen be tried as an adult? Parents of deceased call for SC-monitored probe The parents of the two software engineers who died have demanded that the Supreme Court oversee the investigation and trial in the case. The families have also urged that the trial be conducted in Madhya Pradesh, where the victims were from, and not in Maharashtra. Speaking to PTI, Ashwini's father, Suresh Kumar Koshta, said, "The Supreme Court should monitor the investigation and trial in the case to ensure that we get justice." "The accused should be tried as an adult and not as a minor, considering the serious nature of the crime," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Pune Porsche crash: Two cops suspended for not following protocol and causing delay

<p>Police in Ontario, California have arrested five people for allegedly staging a hit-and-run with an aim to pocket insurance money, said multiple reports in US media. The accused even filed an insurance claim after the fake hit-and-run. Investigators reportedly cracked the crime using home surveillance video.</p>

<p>The fake hit-and-run was staged in 2021. The five accused were looking to pocket the insurance payout of more than USD 30,000.</p>

<p>The accused are : Priscilla Carmona Arajo (29), Gabriella Cervantes (52), Roberto Carlos Macias (40), Humberto Ortiz (32) and Juan Barahas.</p>

<h2><strong>The 'hit-and-run'</strong></h2>

<p>To crack this, investigators observed the surveillance footage. It reportedly shows that one of the accused parking car in the middle of an intersection. Another accused driving another vehicle can then be seen to be crashing it into the stationary car. Both of them then flee on foot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When police arrived at the scene, a woman told them that she was victim of a hit-and-run incident. However, witnesses told police that woman walked over to the cars after the crash.</p>

<p>Based on the suspicious inputs, a task force was constituted to look into this matter. According to CBS News, this task force included investigators from different departments like California Highway Patrol, San Bernardino District Attorney's Office, Riverside District Attorney's Office and California Department of Insurance.</p>

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<p>When the investigation revealed that the incident was indeed staged, the suspects were arrested between January 11 and January 23 of 2024.</p>

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<p>"In this case, no innocent drivers were victimized, but the Department always urges drivers who suspect they or someone they know are the victim of a staged collision to insist on a police report," said a statement from the California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, according to CBS News.</p>

<p>All five accused will face felony counts of insurance fraud. The task force that investigated the case was called Inland Empire Automobile Insurance Fraud Task Force.</p>

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Police in Ontario, California have arrested five people for allegedly staging a hit-and-run with an aim to pocket insurance money, said multiple reports in US media.

Police in Ontario, California have arrested five people for allegedly staging a hit-and-run with an aim to pocket insurance money, said multiple reports in US media. The accused even filed an insurance claim after the fake hit-and-run. Investigators reportedly cracked the crime using home surveillance video. The fake hit-and-run was staged in 2021. The five accused were looking to pocket the insurance payout of more than USD 30,000. The accused are : Priscilla Carmona Arajo (29), Gabriella Cervantes (52), Roberto Carlos Macias (40), Humberto Ortiz (32) and Juan Barahas. The 'hit-and-run' To crack this, investigators observed the surveillance footage. It reportedly shows that one of the accused parking car in the middle of an intersection. Another accused driving another vehicle can then be seen to be crashing it into the stationary car. Both of them then flee on foot. When police arrived at the scene, a woman told them that she was victim of a hit-and-run incident. However, witnesses told police that woman walked over to the cars after the crash. Based on the suspicious inputs, a task force was constituted to look into this matter. According to CBS News, this task force included investigators from different departments like California Highway Patrol, San Bernardino District Attorney's Office, Riverside District Attorney's Office and California Department of Insurance. Also Read | US: Man steals plane, crashes it near Texas-Oklahoma border and dies When the investigation revealed that the incident was indeed staged, the suspects were arrested between January 11 and January 23 of 2024. Also Read | Donald Trump abruptly storms out of courtroom during closing arguments of E Jean Carroll defamation trial "In this case, no innocent drivers were victimized, but the Department always urges drivers who suspect they or someone they know are the victim of a staged collision to insist on a police report," said a statement from the California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, according to CBS News. All five accused will face felony counts of insurance fraud. The task force that investigated the case was called Inland Empire Automobile Insurance Fraud Task Force. (With inputs from agencies)

Five arrested for fake hit-and-run for insurance money in California

Truckers has announced they are halting the protest against the new hit-and-run law. The association representing the truckers met Home Minister Amit Shah at his resident. Union Home Secretary said the representatives of all India Motor Transport Congress has been informed that the new rule has not been implemented yet.

Hit-and-Run law implementation put on hold, new law to come into force after consulting with AIMTC

Hit and run law: Truckers strik called off, drivers urged to resume work | World News | WION

<p>Indian truckers' strike came to a halt late Tuesday (Jan 2) evening after Indian Home Minister Amit Shah put a hold on the new hit-and-run law that triggered the trucker protests across country, media reports said quoting&nbsp;President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This came after the truckers' representatives held a meeting with Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla.&nbsp;President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan reportedly said, "You are not just our drivers you are our soldiers...We do not want you to face any inconvenience...Union Home Minister Amit Shah has kept the ten years of punishment &amp; fine that was imposed, on hold. Until the next meeting of the All India Motor Transport Congress is held no laws will be imposed."</p>

<p>Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla said, "We had a discussion with All India Motor Transport Congress representatives, govt want to say that the new rule has not been implemented yet, we all want to say that before implementing Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 106/2, we will have a discussion with All India Motor Transport Congress representatives and then only we will take a decision."</p>

<p>However, it is still unclear whether the talks will result in any potential resolution or whether the protestors will call off the strikes, which started on Monday (Jan 1) and continued through Tuesday (Jan 2) as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Indian government and the transporters have appealed to the truckers to get back to their work putting a stop to the strikes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To hold the talks over the matter that has been brewing following a major overhaul in India's colonial-era criminal laws during the winter session, ANI news agency reported that the members of All India Transport Congress arrived at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"There is strictly no nationwide strike called by All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) in the country and all the issues will be resolved amicably. They are meeting Home Secretary (Ajay Bhalla) later in the evening today," PTI news agency reported earlier citing official sources.</p>

<h2><strong>What are the truckers demanding?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Truckers want&nbsp;the Indian government to backtrack on its provisions of the hit-and-run cases in the new Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), which replaced the old Indian Penal Code (IPC). AIMTC President Amritlal Madan has&nbsp;demanded the government withdraw the contentious provisions.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per the new law, negligent drivers causing serious road accidents and running away without informing the police can face imprisonment of up to 10 years or a fine of Rs 7 lakh ($8400).</p>

<h2><strong>Current situation&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Nearly 1 lakh trucks help transport fuel, including petrol, diesel, and LPG, from oil company depots to petrol pumps and gas distribution agencies.</p>

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<p>With truckers on strike, nearly 2000 petrol pumps have no fuel. It is causing trouble for transport vehicles, such as trucks, buses, and tankers. The situation is especially dire in northern India and Hyderabad in the South. Moreover, petrol pumps, in the Indian states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Punjab also went dry given the sharp increase in demand, reports said citing industry officials.</p>

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Indian truckers' strike came to a halt late Tuesday (Jan 2) evening after Indian Home Minister Amit Shah put a hold on the new hit-and-run law that triggered the trucker protests across country, media reports said quoting President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan.

Indian truckers' strike came to a halt late Tuesday (Jan 2) evening after Indian Home Minister Amit Shah put a hold on the new hit-and-run law that triggered the trucker protests across country, media reports said quoting President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan. This came after the truckers' representatives held a meeting with Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla. President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan reportedly said, "You are not just our drivers you are our soldiers...We do not want you to face any inconvenience...Union Home Minister Amit Shah has kept the ten years of punishment & fine that was imposed, on hold. Until the next meeting of the All India Motor Transport Congress is held no laws will be imposed." Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla said, "We had a discussion with All India Motor Transport Congress representatives, govt want to say that the new rule has not been implemented yet, we all want to say that before implementing Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 106/2, we will have a discussion with All India Motor Transport Congress representatives and then only we will take a decision." However, it is still unclear whether the talks will result in any potential resolution or whether the protestors will call off the strikes, which started on Monday (Jan 1) and continued through Tuesday (Jan 2) as well. Meanwhile, the Indian government and the transporters have appealed to the truckers to get back to their work putting a stop to the strikes. To hold the talks over the matter that has been brewing following a major overhaul in India's colonial-era criminal laws during the winter session, ANI news agency reported that the members of All India Transport Congress arrived at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in Delhi. Also Read | Indian PM Narendra Modi launches projects worth $2.4 billion in Tamil Nadu "There is strictly no nationwide strike called by All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) in the country and all the issues will be resolved amicably. They are meeting Home Secretary (Ajay Bhalla) later in the evening today," PTI news agency reported earlier citing official sources. What are the truckers demanding? Truckers want the Indian government to backtrack on its provisions of the hit-and-run cases in the new Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), which replaced the old Indian Penal Code (IPC). AIMTC President Amritlal Madan has demanded the government withdraw the contentious provisions. Also Read | Ram temple consecration: Arrest from Karnataka in connection to 1992 Babri Masjid riots opens fresh row As per the new law, negligent drivers causing serious road accidents and running away without informing the police can face imprisonment of up to 10 years or a fine of Rs 7 lakh ($8400). Current situation Nearly 1 lakh trucks help transport fuel, including petrol, diesel, and LPG, from oil company depots to petrol pumps and gas distribution agencies. Watch | Indian Navy steps up Arabian Sea security, deploys frontline destroyers × With truckers on strike, nearly 2000 petrol pumps have no fuel. It is causing trouble for transport vehicles, such as trucks, buses, and tankers. The situation is especially dire in northern India and Hyderabad in the South. Moreover, petrol pumps, in the Indian states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Punjab also went dry given the sharp increase in demand, reports said citing industry officials. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Trucker protest called off as Home Minister Amit Shah puts new hit-and-run laws on hold

<p>A police officer in Florida, United States, was taken to the hospital and is now recovering after being exposed to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-fentanyl-seized-in-2022-enough-to-kill-every-american-says-us-federal-drug-agency-545087">suspected fentanyl</a> while testing drugs during a traffic stop investigation. He reportedly started to feel lightheaded and shaky and said he could not feel his arms or legs, according to a statement by the local sheriff’s office.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What happened?</strong></h2>

<p>The incident occurred in Florida, on Thursday (August 10) when the police personnel were responding to multiple calls about a “reckless driver” who had allegedly fled a hit-and-run in the City of Bunnell, said the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO), in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The suspect, later identified as 61-year-old George Clemons from Florida’s Crescent City, also continued to drive along the state road and reportedly ran off the road multiple times and nearly caused several additional crashes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the sheriff’s department, the car eventually stopped on its own as bystanders stood by with the driver of the vehicle until police personnel arrived. Upon arrival, the FCSO deputies found the driver seated in his seat with the “car keys under his leg,” the statement added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Deputies also saw narcotics, an empty Bud Light can and a mini “shooter” of alcohol in plain view inside the vehicle, said the FCSO. Clemons was arrested after he refused to conduct field sobriety exercises and was charged with DUI, said the deputies.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What happened to&nbsp;FCSO deputy?</strong></h2>

<p>According to the sheriff’s department, FCSO Deputy Nick Huzior began feeling “lightheaded, shaky and could not feel his arms or legs” while testing “a powdery white substance” in the vehicle despite wearing personal protective equipment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Subsequently, Deputy First Class Kyle Gaddie administered one dose of Naxolone (Narcan) but after seeing no improvement in Deputy Huzior’s condition a second dose was given, said the police. Narcan, which consists of an active drug called naloxone, has become a life-saving medication used to treat an opioid overdose.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>“The narcotics that Deputy Huzior were testing later tested presumptive positive for Fentanyl,” said the FCSO. Huzior was later taken by Flagler County Fire Rescue to AdventHealth Palm Coast and was treated in the emergency room.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-seeking-indias-help-in-fentanyl-epidemic-580098">Fentanyl</a> is a synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.</p>

<p>“What happened yesterday is a perfect example of the dangers law enforcement face each and every day from poison on the streets,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. He added, “Thankfully, our deputies are well trained and equipped with Narcan which allowed DFC Gaddie to potentially save the life of a fellow deputy.”</p>

<h2><strong>Suspect charged</strong></h2>

<p>Clemons has been charged with DUI, fentanyl possession, cocaine possession, possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana, possession of a legend drug without a prescription, possession of suboxone and possession of drug paraphernalia, said the FCSO, in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 61-year-old was also charged with leaving the scene of a crash with property or vehicle damage in connection with the hit-and-run, by the Bunnell Police Department.<br />
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A police officer in Florida, United States, was taken to the hospital and is now recovering after being exposed to suspected fentanyl while testing drugs during a traffic stop investigation.

A police officer in Florida, United States, was taken to the hospital and is now recovering after being exposed to suspected fentanyl while testing drugs during a traffic stop investigation. He reportedly started to feel lightheaded and shaky and said he could not feel his arms or legs, according to a statement by the local sheriff’s office. What happened? The incident occurred in Florida, on Thursday (August 10) when the police personnel were responding to multiple calls about a “reckless driver” who had allegedly fled a hit-and-run in the City of Bunnell, said the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO), in a statement. The suspect, later identified as 61-year-old George Clemons from Florida’s Crescent City, also continued to drive along the state road and reportedly ran off the road multiple times and nearly caused several additional crashes. According to the sheriff’s department, the car eventually stopped on its own as bystanders stood by with the driver of the vehicle until police personnel arrived. Upon arrival, the FCSO deputies found the driver seated in his seat with the “car keys under his leg,” the statement added. Deputies also saw narcotics, an empty Bud Light can and a mini “shooter” of alcohol in plain view inside the vehicle, said the FCSO. Clemons was arrested after he refused to conduct field sobriety exercises and was charged with DUI, said the deputies. What happened to FCSO deputy? According to the sheriff’s department, FCSO Deputy Nick Huzior began feeling “lightheaded, shaky and could not feel his arms or legs” while testing “a powdery white substance” in the vehicle despite wearing personal protective equipment. Subsequently, Deputy First Class Kyle Gaddie administered one dose of Naxolone (Narcan) but after seeing no improvement in Deputy Huzior’s condition a second dose was given, said the police. Narcan, which consists of an active drug called naloxone, has become a life-saving medication used to treat an opioid overdose. Content warning: The visuals may be disturbing to some users. It may contain some profanity as well. Viewer discretion is advised. WION is not responsible for the content of the video. × “The narcotics that Deputy Huzior were testing later tested presumptive positive for Fentanyl,” said the FCSO. Huzior was later taken by Flagler County Fire Rescue to AdventHealth Palm Coast and was treated in the emergency room. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. “What happened yesterday is a perfect example of the dangers law enforcement face each and every day from poison on the streets,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. He added, “Thankfully, our deputies are well trained and equipped with Narcan which allowed DFC Gaddie to potentially save the life of a fellow deputy.” Suspect charged Clemons has been charged with DUI, fentanyl possession, cocaine possession, possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana, possession of a legend drug without a prescription, possession of suboxone and possession of drug paraphernalia, said the FCSO, in a statement. The 61-year-old was also charged with leaving the scene of a crash with property or vehicle damage in connection with the hit-and-run, by the Bunnell Police Department. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>In a shocking revelation, the prosecution for the New Year's Day hit-and-run case in Delhi told the court that the four accused had agreed to drag the victim under their car where she was stuck. The 20-year-old woman was dragged to death. The prosecution called it a "horrific incident". The court heard the arguments on the framing of charges.</p>

<p>Additional Sessions Judge Neeraj Gaur on Monday (July 17) reserved the order on framing of charges against Amit Khanna, Krishan, Manoj Mittal and Mithun, all of the&nbsp;accused&nbsp;who were sitting in the car.</p>

<p>The Delhi Police has&nbsp;levelled charges under Indian Penal Code (IPC) Sections 302 (murder) and 120B (criminal conspiracy) against the four accused.</p>

<p>Chargesheet was also filed by the police against three others - Ashutosh Bhardwaj, Ankush and Deepak Khanna. The chargesheet was filed under Sections 201 (causing disappearance of evidence of offence or giving false information to screen offender), 212 (harbouring offender) and 182 (false information, with intent to cause public servant to use his lawful power to the injury of another person) of the IPC.</p>

<p>The court on Monday noted that the arguments on framing of charges were complete. The court posted the matter for pronouncing its order on framing of charges against the seven accused for July 27.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Special Public Prosecutor Atul Shrivastava said the four accused (in the car) had "agreed upon to do such an act to drag the victim, who was stuck beneath the car, and dragged the vehicle for 13 km, which caused the victim's death".</p>

<p>"For such an act, they are liable to be tried under IPC Sections 302 and 120B," he added.</p>

<p>Shrivastava underlined that the "horrific incident" was probed from multiple perspectives.</p>

<p>JP Singh, the lawyer&nbsp;for the four accused, however, sought the discharge of his clients on various grounds.</p>

<p>"Because there is no evidence or witness that shows that there was any knowledge with the accused persons with regard to the fact that the deceased was under the driving vehicle except the disclosure statement of the accused persons, there is no CCTV footage that shows that the accused looked under the vehicle, the screenshot which the prosecution has placed on record does not have the details...," he said.</p>

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<p>Police arrested Deepak Khanna (26), Amit Khanna (25), Krishan (27), Mithun (26) and Manoj Mittal in the case on January 2.</p>

<p>Co-accused Ashutosh Bhardwaj and Ankush were subsequently given bail by a metropolitan magistrate's court.</p>

<p>The Delhi Police filed an 800-page chargesheet against the seven accused on April 1 and the case was subsequently committed to a sessions court.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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In a shocking revelation, the prosecution for the New Year's Day hit-and-run case in Delhi told the court that the four accused had agreed to drag the victim under their car where she was stuck.

In a shocking revelation, the prosecution for the New Year's Day hit-and-run case in Delhi told the court that the four accused had agreed to drag the victim under their car where she was stuck. The 20-year-old woman was dragged to death. The prosecution called it a "horrific incident". The court heard the arguments on the framing of charges. Additional Sessions Judge Neeraj Gaur on Monday (July 17) reserved the order on framing of charges against Amit Khanna, Krishan, Manoj Mittal and Mithun, all of the accused who were sitting in the car. The Delhi Police has levelled charges under Indian Penal Code (IPC) Sections 302 (murder) and 120B (criminal conspiracy) against the four accused. Chargesheet was also filed by the police against three others - Ashutosh Bhardwaj, Ankush and Deepak Khanna. The chargesheet was filed under Sections 201 (causing disappearance of evidence of offence or giving false information to screen offender), 212 (harbouring offender) and 182 (false information, with intent to cause public servant to use his lawful power to the injury of another person) of the IPC. The court on Monday noted that the arguments on framing of charges were complete. The court posted the matter for pronouncing its order on framing of charges against the seven accused for July 27. Special Public Prosecutor Atul Shrivastava said the four accused (in the car) had "agreed upon to do such an act to drag the victim, who was stuck beneath the car, and dragged the vehicle for 13 km, which caused the victim's death". "For such an act, they are liable to be tried under IPC Sections 302 and 120B," he added. Shrivastava underlined that the "horrific incident" was probed from multiple perspectives. JP Singh, the lawyer for the four accused, however, sought the discharge of his clients on various grounds. "Because there is no evidence or witness that shows that there was any knowledge with the accused persons with regard to the fact that the deceased was under the driving vehicle except the disclosure statement of the accused persons, there is no CCTV footage that shows that the accused looked under the vehicle, the screenshot which the prosecution has placed on record does not have the details...," he said. Also Read | India issues takedown notices to 15 websites for selling e-cigarettes Police arrested Deepak Khanna (26), Amit Khanna (25), Krishan (27), Mithun (26) and Manoj Mittal in the case on January 2. Co-accused Ashutosh Bhardwaj and Ankush were subsequently given bail by a metropolitan magistrate's court. The Delhi Police filed an 800-page chargesheet against the seven accused on April 1 and the case was subsequently committed to a sessions court. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Delhi hit-and-run: Accused 'agreed' among themselves to drag girl under car for 13 km

Indian roads often witness road rage and hit and run cases. Now, the government has raised compensation to victims of hit-and-run cases. The revised compensation is applicable from April 2022. It was notified by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.

Hit and run cases: India raises victim compensation by up to 8 times

<p>Thailand&#39;s prosecutor&#39;s office on Thursday again postponed a hit-and-run indictment against an heir to a founder of the Red Bull energy drink over a 2012 incident in which a policeman died.</p>

<p>For the eighth time in the past year, Vorayuth Yoovidhya missed a scheduled appointment to be formally charged and taken to court by Thai prosecutors. This time because he was &quot;away for business in England,&quot; a spokesman for the office told a news conference.</p>

<p>Vorayuth&#39;s lawyer declined to comment.</p>

<p>The case is being closely followed in Thailand, where there is a widespread belief that the rich and famous are treated more leniently by the legal system.</p>

<p>Prayut Bejraguna, deputy spokesman of the Office of the Attorney-General, said Vorayuth&#39;s appointment had been postponed to April 27.</p>

<p>&quot;We are aware of the urgency to deliver justice,&quot; Prayut said. &quot;In principle, we will certainly carry the case through before charges expire.&quot;</p>

<p>Police accuse Vorayuth of running his Ferrari over a motorcycle policeman and leaving him in the road. Vorayuth initially faced four charges for the incident, but two have been dropped.</p>

<p>Vorayuth faces possible indictments for hit-and-run and for reckless driving causing death. He could be jailed for more than 10 years if found guilty of both.</p>

<p>No arrest warrant has been issued.</p>

<p>The hit-and-run charge would expire in September if there is no prosecution by then. The reckless driving charge will not expire until 2027.</p>

<p>(Reuters)</p>


In 2012, Vorayuth Yoovidhya was accused of running his Ferrari over a motorcycle cop and fleeing the body. He has missed trial 8 times

Thailand's prosecutor's office on Thursday again postponed a hit-and-run indictment against an heir to a founder of the Red Bull energy drink over a 2012 incident in which a policeman died. For the eighth time in the past year, Vorayuth Yoovidhya missed a scheduled appointment to be formally charged and taken to court by Thai prosecutors. This time because he was "away for business in England," a spokesman for the office told a news conference. Vorayuth's lawyer declined to comment. The case is being closely followed in Thailand, where there is a widespread belief that the rich and famous are treated more leniently by the legal system. Prayut Bejraguna, deputy spokesman of the Office of the Attorney-General, said Vorayuth's appointment had been postponed to April 27. "We are aware of the urgency to deliver justice," Prayut said. "In principle, we will certainly carry the case through before charges expire." Police accuse Vorayuth of running his Ferrari over a motorcycle policeman and leaving him in the road. Vorayuth initially faced four charges for the incident, but two have been dropped. Vorayuth faces possible indictments for hit-and-run and for reckless driving causing death. He could be jailed for more than 10 years if found guilty of both. No arrest warrant has been issued. The hit-and-run charge would expire in September if there is no prosecution by then. The reckless driving charge will not expire until 2027. (Reuters)

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