In a series of rapid developments in the Mumbai BMW hit-and-run case, the main accused, Mihir Shah, has admitted to driving the vehicle, while authorities have taken action against the pub that served him alcohol. Meanwhile, political repercussions continue as the Rajesh Shah faces removal from party leadership.
Key Updates:
► Accused's Confession:
- Mihir Shah, 24, has admitted to driving the BMW during the fatal accident.
- He claims he wasn't drunk, despite evidence of heavy drinking before the incident.
- Shah reportedly switched seats with his driver before the collision.
- Sewri Court in Mumbai sends Mihir Shah to Police Custody Till July 16.
#UPDATE | Worli (Mumbai) hit-and-run case | Sewri Court in Mumbai sends accused Mihir Shah to Police Custody till 16th July. https://t.co/cA28AmsiMx— ANI (@ANI) July 10, 2024
► Pub Demolition:
- Sections of the Vice-Global Tapas Bar in Juhu were demolished by city officials.
- The bar was sealed for serving alcohol to underage patrons (including Shah) and operating without a proper licence.
- Action was taken under the Bombay Foreign Liquor Rules.
► Arrest Details:
- Mihir Shah was arrested on July 9 in an apartment in Virar, 65 km from Mumbai.
- A total of 12 people, including Shah's parents and two sisters, are in custody.
- Police traced Shah when one of his friends turned on his phone briefly.
► Political Fallout:
- Rajesh Shah, Mihir's father and a Shiv Sena leader, has been removed as deputy leader of the party by CM Eknath Shinde.
- Rajesh Shah received bail on Monday after paying ₹15,000.
#WATCH | Worli hit-and-run case | Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde says, "The opposition just blames, they do not have anything else do to apart from blaming...I have given instructions that whoever the culprit in the hit-and-run case is will not be spared. Strict action will be… pic.twitter.com/QMD9YKZVjX— ANI (@ANI) July 10, 2024
Mumbai's attention is now sharply focused on road safety and accountability as a result of this tragic incident. It is reminiscent of other high-profile cases from recent years, like the two software engineers who died in the Pune Porsche hit-and-run case. These incidents keep bringing up issues with the efficacy of the current traffic laws and the power of political ties.
Readers can review our earlier coverage for additional information about the case background and how it relates to previous incidents:
Mihir Shah, Main Accused Arrested; Bar Vice - Global Tapas Has Been Sealed, Pradeep Nakhwa And Family Grives
The authorities' prompt action against the accused and the establishment that provided him with alcohol is indicative of their efforts to address public concerns. The victim's family's doubts about getting justice, however, draw attention to the continued difficulties in these kinds of cases.
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