Jalandhar: Couple killed in hit-and-run mishap

In a tragic incident early Thursday morning, a couple lost their lives in a hit-and-run accident while going on a motorcycle to pay obeisance at the Baba Murad Shah shrine in Nakodar.

The victims, identified as Sunil Gupta and his wife Raveena Gupta, were struck by a speeding car near village Lambra on the Nakodar-Jalandhar road in the wee hours today.

According to witnesses, the couple was dragged for a distance after the impact, causing critical injuries. Raveena died on the spot due to severe head injury, while Sunil succumbed to his injuries in the hospital.

Family members said the couple had celebrated their daughter’s birthday just the night before. They were on their way to offer prayers for the well-being and prosperity of their family.

A relative of the deceased, Sonu, has called for a thorough investigation and urged the authorities to review the CCTV footages to identify the driver responsible. “They have two children who now have no one to care for them,” he said, appealing for justice and support.

The Lambra police have launched an investigation and are working to trace the vehicle. No arrests had been made at the time of reporting.