Bootlegger’s grandson rams Activa with Fortuner, scooterist dies; viral video shows accused posing with weapons
In a chilling incident that has sparked outrage, the teenage grandson of a listed bootlegger allegedly mowed down a two-wheeler rider with a luxury SUV in Shahibaug on Wednesday morning. The victim, identified as Mahendra Gohil, died on the spot after being rammed by a high-speed black Toyota Fortuner.The accused 17-year-old who was behind the wheel is the grandson of Kishorsinh Rathod, a notorious bootlegger in Ahmedabad, and the son of Dileepsinh Rathod, also with a criminal background. In a disturbing twist, a video has surfaced showing the youth flaunting weapons inside the same vehicle prior to the incident.Fatal collision on Shahibaug RoadAccording to police, the incident occurred near the Sardar Patel Memorial in Shahibaug when the victim, a sales executive and resident of Asarwa, was travelling on his Activa scooter. At approximately mid-day, the teenager, driving at high speed, crashed into Mahendra’s scooter, causing him to collide violently with a parked rickshaw nearby. The impact led to severe head injuries, and Mahendra died on the spot.The rickshaw driver was also injured in the accident and has been shifted to Civil Hospital for treatment.Following the incident, the teenager surrendered himself at the F-Division Traffic Police Station, accompanied by a friend. Police have taken him into custody and initiated further investigation.Video with weapons raises alarming questionsAdding to the gravity of the incident, a viral video has surfaced on social media showing the accused posing with an array of sharp-edged weapons and arms inside the same SUV used in the crash. The video, allegedly recorded by himself, appears to have been shot to boast his access to weapons and lifestyle, and has now become a focal point in the police investigation.Family ties to bootleggingPolice sources confirmed that teenager's grandfather and father are both on record as bootleggers, and the family has had multiple run-ins with the law. The authorities are now probing the possibility of illegal possession of weapons, with forensic teams and cybercrime officials assisting in verifying the authenticity of the viral clip.“We are investigating the source of the weapons seen in the video and how they were procured. The circumstances leading to the crash also indicate reckless driving and potential endangerment of public safety,” said a senior police officer involved in the investigation.Public outcry and ongoing probeThe death of Mahendra Gohil — a working-class man out for his daily errands — has triggered widespread anger, with local residents demanding strict action not only against teenager but also probing the family's broader criminal activities.A case has been registered, and further action will be based on the results of the forensic examination, vehicle analysis, and the interrogation of the accused.Meanwhile, the Gohil family is grappling with the sudden loss of their breadwinner, as they prepare for his last rites. “He had simply stepped out for a routine errand. We had no idea it would be the last time we saw him,” said a family member, holding back tears at the site of the accident.Police have assured that no leniency will be shown in the case, and further arrests may follow depending on the outcome of the investigation into the weapons and criminal history of the accused.
In a chilling incident that has sparked outrage, the teenage grandson of a listed bootlegger allegedly mowed down a two-wheeler rider with a luxury SUV in Shahibaug on Wednesday morning. The victim, identified as Mahendra Gohil, died on the spot after being rammed by a high-speed black Toyota Fortuner.
The accused 17-year-old who was behind the wheel is the grandson of Kishorsinh Rathod, a notorious bootlegger in Ahmedabad, and the son of Dileepsinh Rathod, also with a criminal background. In a disturbing twist, a video has surfaced showing the youth flaunting weapons inside the same vehicle prior to the incident.
Fatal collision on Shahibaug Road
According to police, the incident occurred near the Sardar Patel Memorial in Shahibaug when the victim, a sales executive and resident of Asarwa, was travelling on his Activa scooter. At approximately mid-day, the teenager, driving at high speed, crashed into Mahendra’s scooter, causing him to collide violently with a parked rickshaw nearby. The impact led to severe head injuries, and Mahendra died on the spot.
The rickshaw driver was also injured in the accident and has been shifted to Civil Hospital for treatment.
Following the incident, the teenager surrendered himself at the F-Division Traffic Police Station, accompanied by a friend. Police have taken him into custody and initiated further investigation.
Video with weapons raises alarming questions
Adding to the gravity of the incident, a viral video has surfaced on social media showing the accused posing with an array of sharp-edged weapons and arms inside the same SUV used in the crash. The video, allegedly recorded by himself, appears to have been shot to boast his access to weapons and lifestyle, and has now become a focal point in the police investigation.
Family ties to bootlegging
Police sources confirmed that teenager's grandfather and father are both on record as bootleggers, and the family has had multiple run-ins with the law. The authorities are now probing the possibility of illegal possession of weapons, with forensic teams and cybercrime officials assisting in verifying the authenticity of the viral clip.
“We are investigating the source of the weapons seen in the video and how they were procured. The circumstances leading to the crash also indicate reckless driving and potential endangerment of public safety,” said a senior police officer involved in the investigation.
Public outcry and ongoing probe
The death of Mahendra Gohil — a working-class man out for his daily errands — has triggered widespread anger, with local residents demanding strict action not only against teenager but also probing the family's broader criminal activities.
A case has been registered, and further action will be based on the results of the forensic examination, vehicle analysis, and the interrogation of the accused.
Meanwhile, the Gohil family is grappling with the sudden loss of their breadwinner, as they prepare for his last rites. “He had simply stepped out for a routine errand. We had no idea it would be the last time we saw him,” said a family member, holding back tears at the site of the accident.
Police have assured that no leniency will be shown in the case, and further arrests may follow depending on the outcome of the investigation into the weapons and criminal history of the accused.
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