Vadodara Car Crash: Law student arrested after fatal accident, caught on video yelling ‘One more round’

A tragic road accident in Gujarat’s Vadodara has sparked outrage after shocking video footage surfaced online. The incident, which took place near Muktanand Cross Roads in the Karelibaug area around 12:30 am on Friday, resulted in the death of a woman and injuries to four others. The accused, 23-year-old law student Rakshit Chaurasia, allegedly crashed into multiple two-wheelers while driving at high speed.

Who is Rakshit Chaurasia?

According to police reports, Chaurasia is a law student originally from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. He currently resides in Vadodara and studies at Maharaja Sayajirao University. Authorities suspect he may have been under the influence at the time of the accident, though he has denied this claim.

Eyewitnesses and CCTV Footage Reveal Disturbing Details

CCTV footage of the accident shows Chaurasia’s car striking two scooters, dragging the riders before coming to a halt. Eyewitnesses at the scene reported that after stepping out of the vehicle, Chaurasia was heard yelling, “One more round,” raising further concerns about his state of mind. Videos taken by bystanders show him chanting “Om Namah Shivaya” and mentioning the name “Nikita.”

Accused Denies Drunk Driving, Blames Airbags

Following his arrest, Chaurasia spoke to a local news outlet, claiming that the car’s airbags deployed upon impact, causing him to panic and lose control. However, witnesses at the scene alleged that he appeared intoxicated. Police are conducting medical tests to confirm whether he was under the influence of alcohol.

Car Registered Under Friend’s Father’s Company

The vehicle involved in the crash is registered under Duan Technology, a company owned by Pranshu Chauhan’s father. Chauhan, who was in the passenger seat during the accident, has also been taken into custody. In another video, he is seen blaming Chaurasia for the crash while stepping out of the wrecked car.

Public Outrage and Legal Proceedings

Bystanders at the accident site reportedly thrashed Chaurasia before handing him over to the police. Authorities have confirmed that he holds a valid driving license and are continuing their investigation into the incident, including reviewing CCTV footage and eyewitness testimonies.

As the probe continues, the case has drawn widespread attention, with many calling for strict action against reckless driving and road safety violations.