Four youths lost their lives in a tragic accident on Gujarat highway

Car's speedometer clearly showed the vehicle reaching 140 km/h

They were live-streaming on Instagram while driving at 140 km/h

In a tragic incident on the highway in Vasad, Gujarat, four youths lost their lives and another is in critical condition after their car, a Suzuki Brezza, overturned while traveling at a high speed. The accident, which occurred during an Instagram Live session, highlights the dangers of over-speeding.

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The driver, along with his friends, was live-streaming on Instagram while driving at approximately 140 km/h. The video captures the group enjoying music and the thrill of high-speed driving, oblivious to the impending danger. The car’s speedometer clearly shows the vehicle reaching 140 km/h, well above safe limits.

It’s painful to see these young boys risking their own and others’ lives for attention and what they call “bhaukaal”
As per details –
This accident happend in Vasad ( GJ )
Unfortunately, 4 out of 5 passengers died while the driver sustained some injuries.
A case has been… pic.twitter.com/4ZzoBdjOwV

— Prateek Singh (@Prateek34381357) May 14, 2024

This unfortunate event underscores the perils of reckless driving and distracted driving. The live video, now viral on social media, serves as a grim reminder of how a moment of thrill can lead to irreversible consequences. Authorities are investigating the incident, emphasizing the importance of adhering to speed limits and the risks associated with using mobile phones while driving.

The loss of four young lives in this accident is a poignant lesson for all drivers about the critical need for road safety. As the community mourns, the viral video stands as a stark warning against the perils of over-speeding and live streaming while driving.