Who Is Mihir Shah? Shiv Sena leader's son accused in hit-and-run case
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The Tragic Incident
In Mumbai's Worli, Mihir Shah's speeding BMW crashed into a scooter, killing Kaveri Nakhva and severely injuring her husband, Pradip Nakhva, who was returning from Sassoon Dock.
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Profile of Mihir Shah
Mihir Shah, son of Shiv Sena leader Rajesh Shah from Palghar, Maharashtra, left school after Class 10 to work in his father's construction business.
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Events Leading to the Accident
In Juhu, Mihir Shah heavily drank and instructed his driver, Rajendra Singh Bijawat, to drive to Worli. Later, Mihir drove himself, resulting in the 5:30 am accident.
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Actions After the Collision
After the accident, Mihir Shah removed stickers and the car's number plate, then fled with help, avoiding authorities. Authorities suspect his girlfriend is helping him.
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Legal and Police Response
Rajesh Shah and driver Rajendra Singh Bijawat were arrested for obstructing the investigation, while Mihir Shah faces charges of reckless driving and negligence causing death.
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Community and Media Reaction
The incident sparked public outrage due to Mihir Shah's connections, leading to widespread media coverage and debates on accountability and justice.