Bengali actor Samrat Mukherjee arrested after his car hits motorcyclist
What's the story
Bengali actor Samrat Mukherjee was arrested on Tuesday morning after his car collided with a motorcycle in the Behala area of Kolkata. Per media reports, the 29-year-old motorcyclist, a resident of Vidyasagar Colony in Behala, was severely injured and is currently undergoing treatment at Seth Sukhlal Karnani Memorial Hospital (SSKM) Hospital. This incident has reignited discussions about road safety and responsible driving, particularly among celebrities.
Accident details
Details: Mukherjee's car hit motorcycle, crashed into a house
The accident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday in Behala, a busy neighborhood in Kolkata. According to eyewitnesses, Mukherjee seemed to have lost control of his vehicle while driving from Behala Chowrasta toward Tollygunge. After hitting the motorcyclist, his car crashed into a nearby house, damaging its boundary wall. The police arrived at the scene promptly and took Mukherjee into custody.
Legal action
Mukherjee arrested on charges of reckless driving, negligence
Mukherjee was reportedly arrested on charges of reckless driving and causing grievous injury through negligence. He was also subjected to a medical examination as part of the investigation. The police are conducting a thorough inquiry into the circumstances leading up to the accident to ascertain if any other factors, such as intoxication, DUI (driving under the influence), or vehicle malfunction, were involved.
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If found guilty, Mukherjee could face this punishment
Mukherjee's arrest could potentially lead to a lengthy legal battle. If found guilty of gross negligence or reckless endangerment, he could face severe penalties, including fines, suspension of his driving license, and even imprisonment.