Pune: Drunken PMPML Bus Driver Hits 15 Vehicles On SB Road, Several Injured
Shivajinagar, 22nd October 2023: The citizens of Pune were left shocked after a shocking incident involving a PMPML bus driver who hit as many as 15 vehicles while driving under the influence of alcohol.
The collision spree took place at Vetal Baba Chowk on Senapati Bapat Road today morning, leading to injuries among some passengers and other drivers.
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The bus driver, identified as Nilesh Sawant, has had a case registered against him at the Chathushringi Police Station. The bus in question belongs to Kothrud Depot. In a dangerous and reckless maneuver, Sawant drove the bus erratically towards Ratna Hospital.
The incident began when the bus collided with a car. An argument erupted between the car owner and Sawant, which appeared to further infuriate the bus driver. In a shocking turn of events, Sawant shifted the bus into reverse and careened wildly through the intersection, causing panic among the passengers. Alarmed passengers promptly called the police to report the incident. Chathushringi police swiftly detained the driver.
PMPML administration has announced that Sawant has been immediately dismissed following the registration of the case against him.
Several people, including passengers and drivers, were injured during this unfortunate series of collisions.
Further investigation is going on.
