Delhi police arrested a 30-year-old software tester after a speeding SUV struck and killed a motorcyclist on the Rajokri Flyover [1], [2].
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding road safety and reckless driving on the high-traffic Delhi-Gurgaon corridor. The Rajokri Flyover is a critical link in the National Capital Region, where high speeds frequently lead to fatal collisions.
Sarthak Mattoo, 34, was the biker killed in the collision [1]. According to reports, a Mahindra Thar SUV struck Mattoo and fled the scene [1], [2]. The accident occurred June 25, 2024 [1].
Police identified the driver as Apurv Singh, a resident of Ghaziabad [1]. Singh is a software tester by profession [1], [2]. Authorities arrested Singh June 27, 2024, two days after the crash took place [2].
Investigators said the vehicle was speeding at the time of the impact [1]. The driver did not stop to provide aid or report the accident to authorities, leading to the hit-and-run charges [1], [2].
“A 30-year-old software tester was arrested after a speeding SUV struck and killed a motorcyclist.”
This case underscores the legal repercussions for hit-and-run drivers in the NCR region and the role of surveillance and witness reporting in identifying suspects who flee the scene. The arrest of a professional from a neighboring city like Ghaziabad demonstrates the coordination between regional police jurisdictions in tracking vehicles across state lines.
