7 Shocking Revelations About the Goa Accident

1. What Happened in the Accident?

A 22-year-old businessman from Gujarat, Bashudev Bhandari, is feared drowned after the car he was driving slipped into the river from the ferry ramp at St Estevam. The incident occurred following a minor accident at Khandola that led to a chase of his car before it landed into the river.

2. Who Were the Occupants of the Car?

Bhandari and his friend, a management student from Gujarat, were in the car. The student managed to swim to safety, while Bhandari is suspected to have drowned.

3. What Caused the Accident?

The accident occurred when the duo's car met with a minor collision at Khandola. They did not stop after the accident, leading to a chase by the other party involved.

4. How Did the Chase Unfold?

After the minor accident, the sedan driver chased them for not stopping. The chase continued until the duo reached the ferry ramp at St Estevam, where Bhandari drove the car into the river to escape.

5. What Happened After the Car Entered the River?

Both occupants leaped out of the car. The management student managed to swim to safety, but Bhandari is feared to have drowned due to strong undercurrents.

6. What Actions Were Taken by Authorities?

Old Goa police, fire brigade, Navy divers, and coastal police conducted a search operation to trace Bhandari. The rented car was recovered from the river, but Bhandari's body was not found.

7. What Is the Current Status of the Investigation?

The Old Goa police have registered a case of minor accident and a case of Bhandari missing. Mardol police are conducting an inquiry into the alleged accident and the subsequent chase. The police are also looking for CCTV footage along the route to confirm the chase.