Tension gripped the Charkop area in Kandivali West on Tuesday after a tragic road accident claimed the life of a girl, triggering protests and a road blockade by enraged locals demanding strict action against those responsible.
According to initial information, the incident occurred around an hour ago when the minor, said to be a student of a BMC school, was crossing the road with her friends after school hours. During the crossing, a dumper allegedly ran over the child, crushing her head and killing her on the spot.
Eyewitnesses said the accident was so severe that the girl died instantly, leaving passersby and residents in shock.
Soon after the incident, angry locals gathered at the spot and blocked the road, demanding immediate action against the accused driver.
Heavy police deployment has been made at the scene to control the situation, which remains tense, with the crowd reportedly becoming unruly.
Police officials are currently trying to pacify the protesters and restore normalcy.
Further details are awaited.
