On February 16, 2023, a pet dog walking along a leash with its owner was run over and killed in an incident that was seen in Kanpur by a Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vehicle. The accident took place at Mainawati Marg in Nawabganj police station area. The dog was unable to withstand the impact, and the owner, as well as witnesses, could hardly believe it. Official complaint after formal complaint filed against driver, led to discussion of accountability and road safety.
Per reports: The dog and its owner were walking along the street when a speeding car hit it. The incident was captured on CCTV video, indicating the moment of impact as well as the reactions of people nearby. The driver did not slow down even though pedestrians were at his side, as well as the pet, witnesses said. The owner, heartbroken at the loss, immediately contacted police and filed a complaint against the driver.
The event quickly attracted notice in its own locality. The driver’s negligence angered bystanders, and many blamed their lack of caution on busy roads. The crash video went viral on social media where users condemned reckless driving and demanded greater enforcement of traffic rules. Animal lovers and activists have also weighed in, demanding accountability and safety for pets and pedestrians.
Police said a complaint has been filed against the driver behind the Ertiga. They are trying to find out what happened and who the driver was by analysing CCTV footage taken from the area. Authorities have promised that after the investigation is finished they will take proper legal action.
The disaster has revived attention on road safety issues in cities. And both drivers and pet owners should be wise, experts note. While drivers must slow down and remain alert in residential zones, pet owners are advised to keep pets close and avoid busy stretches. The incident highlights the urgent need for stricter traffic monitoring and awareness campaigns to prevent similar accidents.
It is more than simply a local affair to think in terms of the dog accident in Kanpur, but a cautionary tale about the responsibility of driving. Until the investigation is fully concluded, residents hope that justice will return. More significantly, however, it is not only an eye opener of the need for safer streets in which pedestrians, pets and vehicles can share the street without such horrendous clashes.
