Vadodara accident: Court orders release of Rakshit Chaurasia's friend Pranshu from jail

A Vadodara court has ruled the arrest of Pranshu, the friend of main accused Rakshit Chaurasia, who was present in the car at the time of the accident, as illegal. 

The court ordered his immediate release, stating that since he had been arrested and made an accused in the case, he could no longer be presented as a witness during the trial. However, the court directed him to remain available  for any further questioning, if required.

As per reports, following Pranshu’s release, the police sought custody of Rakshit Chaurasia, which the court granted. Further investigations are currently underway.

The incident

Rakshit Chaurasia, with his friend Pranshu seated beside him, reportedly rammed his car into several vehicles and pedestrians near Amrapali Complex in the Karelibaug area of Vadodara on the night of Holi. The incident resulted in one death and left multiple people injured.

The deceased was identified as Hemaliben, who had stepped out for shopping ahead of the festival of Dhuleti. The accident also left Jaini (12), Nishaben (35), an unidentified girl, and a 40-year-old man severely injured. 

Investigations revealed that Chaurasia was driving a Volkswagen Virtus at a speed of 120-130 kmph, as confirmed by data from the car manufacturer. Forensic reports further indicated that he was under the influence of marijuana at the time of the accident.