Passenger Pulls Steering Wheel, Crashes ST Bus in Latur

A major road accident occurred in Maharashtra's Latur on Monday, July 27, at around 2:30 pm, when a male passenger allegedly pulled the steering wheel of a moving ST bus, causing it to crash into three school buses. The incident happened on the Latur-Ausa road, and according to reports, the passenger suddenly grabbed the driver's steering wheel, saying 'I want to die', causing the vehicle to go out of control.

The bus then collided with three school buses parked by the roadside. The driver of the ST bus, identified as Mahadev Devrao Devgunde, sustained serious injuries to his hand and face. Nearly five passengers sustained minor injuries and were taken to a government hospital for treatment.

Visuals of the incident have surfaced online, showing the driver in a bloodied state, holding the man by the collar, while the person recording the video confronted him over his alleged act. The man was also assaulted by another passenger, while others hurled abuses at him.

The passenger was detained by police after the bus driver lodged a complaint regarding his alleged behaviour. The incident involved a bus from Nilanga depot, and further details in the case are awaited.

The Latur depot manager, Rathod, confirmed that the passenger had entered the driver's cabin and pulled the steering wheel forcefully, causing the bus to overturn. Fortunately, no fatalities or major injuries were reported.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of passengers on public transport. The police are investigating the matter, and the passenger's motive for pulling the steering wheel is still unclear.

The ST bus was travelling from Latur to Ausa when the incident occurred. The driver and the injured passengers are undergoing treatment at a private hospital and a government hospital, respectively.

The incident has caused a stir in the community, with many expressing shock and outrage over the passenger's alleged behaviour. The police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

In conclusion, the incident highlights the importance of ensuring the safety and security of passengers on public transport. The authorities must take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.