The parents of Sarthak Mattoo released a video demanding the arrest of a driver who killed their son in a hit-and-run incident.
The appeal highlights the family's frustration with the legal process and the perceived failure of authorities to secure the suspects following a fatal accident involving a high-profile vehicle.
Mattoo, a resident of Gurugram, died after being struck by a speeding Mahindra Thar SUV on June 25, 2024 [1]. The incident occurred in New Delhi, with reports placing the location either near the Rajokri flyover [1] or in the Vasant Kunj area [2].
In a video statement, the parents questioned why the accused individuals remain free. "Why are the accused not behind bars? We appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and Delhi authorities to intervene," the parents said [1].
The family alleges that the driver of the SUV fled the scene immediately after the collision. The father of Mattoo described the psychological toll of the loss, stating, "We are half dead" [2].
A prayer meet for Mattoo was scheduled for July 4, 2024 [1]. The family continues to seek public and political intervention to ensure the perpetrators are held accountable for the death of the one victim [2].
The case has drawn attention to the dangers of speeding vehicles in the capital region and the difficulties families face when seeking immediate arrests in hit-and-run cases involving influential parties.
“"Why are the accused not behind bars?"”
This incident underscores the recurring tension in India between public demands for swift justice in road accidents and the actual pace of police investigations. By appealing directly to the Prime Minister and Home Minister, the family is utilizing public visibility to pressure the legal system to act against drivers of luxury SUVs, which are often associated with power and impunity in urban centers.
