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Police Seize Audi as Manhunt Intensifies for Ludhiana Hit-and-Run Driver

Authorities are verifying ownership records, analyzing CCTV footage, pursuing leads to identify the suspected intoxicated driver behind the deadly crash.

Overview

  • A Chandigarh-registered Audi plowed into street vendor Prem Shah on Bhamian Road on June 29, killing him and injuring Rajesh Kumar, Harpal Singh and Jashanpreet Singh.
  • Police have impounded the vehicle, recovered documents and launched a manhunt expected to yield arrests soon.
  • Investigators suspect the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs and fled the scene in a Maruti Swift allegedly called in advance.
  • Ownership records point to Jastejveer Singh of Samrala but police say the transfer was never officially completed and are verifying documents.
  • The injured remain hospitalized as authorities continue examining CCTV footage and pursuing evidence of any accomplices.