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Ghaziabad: In a heartbreaking incident at Shipra Mall in Indirapuram, a family outing turned tragic when a three-year-old girl was hit by a car being parked by a valet, resulting in her death. Went. The devastating incident occurred on Saturday evening, leaving the family and community in shock.
The victim’s father Vivek Pandey had taken his wife Garima and daughter Ridhi to the mall to watch a movie. As they were leaving, tragedy struck, the valet-driven car hit Riddhi, causing severe head injuries and despite immediate medical attention she succumbed to her injuries.
The incident has sparked outrage and grief, raising concerns over vehicle safety and vigilance in crowded public places. Vivek Pandey recalled the horrifying moments when the car, without any warning or honking, hit his daughter. Despite her pleas, the valet named Vineet Sethi allegedly refused to help Riddhi in taking her to the hospital and behaved rudely.
Sethi has been arrested and charged with reckless driving causing death. The family’s difficulties were further compounded by the delay in medical help, which they believe could have made a difference to Riddhi’s fate.
The police, led by DCP Nimish Patil, have begun a thorough investigation into the circumstances of Riddhi’s untimely death. An FIR has been registered highlighting the seriousness of the negligence involved. The family’s quest for justice has faced challenges, including denial of access to crucial CCTV footage by mall authorities, raising questions over transparency and accountability. The removal of some cameras covering the crash area has further heightened suspicions and concerns.
The tragedy has prompted widespread discussion on the safety of children in public areas and the responsibilities of service providers such as malls and parking services. The community is demanding strict enforcement of safety protocols and raising awareness among service personnel to prevent such heartbreaking incidents in future. As the legal proceedings unfold, there is a collective demand for justice for Riddhi and measures to ensure the safety of all visitors to public places.
