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Speeding Car Hits Guardrail Near Kolkata's Red Road During Republic Day Rehearsal

Police released the driver after questioning.

Overview

  • Officers said the car ignored a stop signal at a restricted zone and crashed while trying to flee.
  • The vehicle was seized, and the driver and occupants were detained before being released when police found no malicious intent.
  • Investigators reported the car lacked valid insurance and a pollution under control certificate, and it was booked for multiple traffic violations.
  • No injuries were reported, though the breach prompted security concerns during the high-alert rehearsal.
  • The incident revived memories of a 2016 crash at the same site that killed Air Force corporal Abhimanyu Gaud.