A tragic accident in Delhi’s Najafgarh area as a 5-year-old unintentionally drives an e-rickshaw, crushing his 2-year-old cousin to death.

The heart-wrenching incident took place in the Najafgarh locality of Delhi when a 5-year-old boy accidentally operated an e-rickshaw parked near his house. The keys were reportedly left in the ignition, and the child, out of curiosity, climbed into the vehicle. Unfortunately, as the e-rickshaw moved forward, it struck and crushed his 2-year-old cousin, who was playing nearby.

According to the police, the incident occurred in a narrow lane, and by the time the family members noticed, the toddler had sustained severe injuries. The child was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital but was declared dead on arrival.

Authorities have stated that no foul play is suspected, and it appears to be a case of negligence. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding how the keys were left in the e-rickshaw and whether proper precautions were taken.

This heartbreaking event serves as a reminder of the dangers of leaving vehicles unattended with keys in the ignition, especially in residential areas where children are present. Safety awareness and preventive measures are essential to avoid such tragedies in the future.