Police hunt for driver after viral hit-and-run involving Mahindra Thar in Mira Road

A shocking video allegedly showing a Haryana-registered Mahindra Thar hitting two motorcycles on a busy road in Mumbai before fleeing the scene has gone viral across social media platforms, triggering widespread anger and calls for strict legal action.The SUV, bearing registration number HR 98 X 5101, is seen being driven in a dangerous manner through traffic. The footage has raised serious concerns over reckless driving and road safety, with many users demanding swift action against the person behind the wheel.Two motorcycles hit within momentsAccording to the viral clip, the Thar first crashes into a motorcycle carrying two riders, throwing both occupants onto the road. Instead of stopping to check on their condition or offering assistance, the driver continues driving away.Father took him and his Thar to Mumbai but bro refused to leave his Haryana behind. pic.twitter.com/sxZ19HhdTB— Mihir Jha (@MihirkJha) July 8, 2026 Moments later, the same SUV is seen colliding with another two-wheeler before once again speeding off without stopping. The sequence of events has intensified public criticism, with many describing the incident as a clear case of hit-and-run and dangerous driving.Police register FIR, investigation underwayThe incident has now led to official police action. Responding to the viral video, the Mira Bhayandar Vasai Virar Police confirmed that a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against the unidentified driver.“In connection with a video circulated on social media, an FIR No. 0334/2026 has been registered at Kashigaon Police Station against the unidentified driver of vehicle No. HR 98 X 5101 Mahindra Thar under Section 281 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, as well as Sections 184 and 187 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and the offense has been recorded.”सोशल मीडियावर प्रसारित झालेल्या व्हिडिओच्या अनुषंगाने वाहन क्र. HR 98 X 5101 Mahindra Thar च्या अज्ञात चालकाविरुद्ध भारतीय न्याय संहिता, 2023 चे कलम 281 तसेच मोटार वाहन अधिनियम, 1988 चे कलम 184 व 187 अन्वये काशीगाव पोलीस ठाणे येथे FIR क्र. 0334/2026 दाखल करून गुन्ह्याची नोंद…— MIRA BHAYANDAR VASAI VIRAR POLICE (@MBVVPOLICE) July 8, 2026 Authorities have not yet revealed the identity of the driver. Police are examining the viral footage and pursuing further investigation to trace the person responsible.Legal provisions invokedThe case has been registered under Section 281 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which deals with rash or negligent driving that endangers human life. In addition, Sections 184 and 187 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, relating to dangerous driving and failure to fulfil duties after an accident, have also been invoked.If the allegations are substantiated during the investigation, the accused could face legal consequences under both the criminal law and the Motor Vehicles Act.

Police filed an FIR against an unidentified driver of a Mahindra Thar Roxx. The vehicle allegedly hit multiple motorcycles and fled the scene in Mira Road. CCTV footage shows the SUV knocking down two-wheelers and speeding away. An FIR has been registered at Kashigaon Police Station for the hit-and-run incident. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the driver responsible.

A viral video showing a Mahindra Thar Roxx allegedly ramming into multiple vehicles in Mira Road has prompted the Mira Bhayandar Vasai Virar (MBVV) Police to initiate action against the driver for rash driving.The video was shared on X by user Arbaz Shaikh, who alleged that the Haryana-registered Mahindra Thar Roxx (HR 98 X 5101) struck at least two motorcycles before speeding away from the scene.धोकादायक वाहन चालविणे या नियमांतर्गत थार वाहन चालकाविरोधात कारवाई करीत आहोत.— MIRA BHAYANDAR VASAI VIRAR POLICE (@MBVVPOLICE) July 8, 2026 The footage shows a biker being hit from the side by the SUV, causing him to lose balance and fall onto the road. The rider narrowly escaped being run over by oncoming traffic, avoiding what could have been a fatal accident.The clip further appears to show the same vehicle colliding with another motorcycle, throwing both the rider and the pillion passenger onto the road. The condition of those injured was not immediately known.Mumbai: Car Driver On Wrong Side Flashes Middle Finger After Hitting Elderly Man, Another Person; Hurls Abuses At Bystander | VideoSharing the video, Shaikh tagged Mumbai Police and urged authorities to take strict action against the driver."Location Kashigaon Metro Station, car number is HR 98 X 5101, Mahindra Thar Roxx. Hit and ran at least two other vehicles, which could have gone way worse for them. This cannot be left unchecked. Hit-and-run and attempt to murder cases should be filed upon such menace," he wrote.Mumbai Police responded to the post by tagging the MBVV Police Commissionerate for further action.PUNE VIRAL VIDEO: Hit & Run After Road Rage On Hinjawadi-Marunji Link Road | WATCHIn its reply, the MBVV Police said the complaint had been forwarded to the concerned Traffic Branch for necessary action.When asked for an update, the police confirmed that action was being initiated against the Thar driver under provisions relating to rash and negligent driving.It was not immediately clear whether an FIR had been registered or whether the driver had been identified. Police are expected to examine the viral video as part of the investigation.