13 injured after drunk man rams car into group of civil service aspirants in Pune

A 27-year-old man, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, rammed his car into a group of civil service aspirants in Pune, injuring 13 of them, police said. Of the 13 injured, three are reported to be in critical condition.Jayram Mule drove his car into a group of Maharashtra Public Services Commission (MPSC) aspirants near a tea stall in Sadashiv Peth late on Friday evening.advertisementThe incident occurred shortly after Mule's birthday celebrations. A medical examination confirmed he had consumed alcohol at the time of the crash.
Police sources said Mule was driving recklessly and did not possess a valid driving licence. He lost control of the car and hit the group.People present at the scene said some people were dragged by the car, resulting in severe injuries.Several of the injured were taken to Sancheti Hospital, while one student was admitted to Mangeshkar Hospital.
The accident left some of the students with fractured legs.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Nikhil Pingle confirmed that Mule had been detained.'We are taking this matter very seriously. Appropriate legal action will be initiated under the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and relevant sections of the IPC,' Pingle said.Tune InTrending Reel
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