Fresh details have emerged in the fatal road accident near the Gauhati High Court that claimed the life of a 23-year-old woman on Monday night. Police said the crash occurred around 9:30 pm when a Maruti Alto lost control and slammed into roadside railings and an electric pole in central Guwahati.
The deceased has been identified as Neha Das, a resident of Fatasil Ambari. She was seated on the rear left seat of the vehicle at the time of the accident and sustained fatal head and facial injuries, police said.
Police say drunk driving led to a fatal crash near Gauhati High Court in Guwahati that killed 23-year-old Neha Das. The Maruti Alto, carrying five people, lost control while avoiding a rickshaw and hit railings and an electric pole. The driver has been detained; two occupants are absconding.
Sequence of Events Before the Crash
According to police sources, Neha Das was travelling with four youths, Kayum Saiyed (driver), Parbin Soni, Akshay Jalan and Omar Sayyed. Earlier in the evening, around 8:30 pm, the group gathered at a tea stall named Chaa Sutta at Kumarpara Panchali, where they were reportedly playing Ludo.
Police said Kayum later arrived in the Alto and suggested a drive towards Belle View. The group set off but met with an accident before reaching their destination.
Crash Near High Court Stretch
Sources said the vehicle went out of control while attempting to avoid a rickshaw, crashing at high speed into roadside railings and an electric pole near the High Court area, one of Guwahati’s busiest corridors during evening hours.
Local residents reportedly confronted the driver immediately after the crash.
Police Action and Arrests
Personnel from Panbazar Traffic Police reached the spot, recovered Neha’s body, seized the damaged vehicle, and detained the driver, Kayum Saiyed. During questioning, Kayum allegedly admitted he was driving at high speed under the influence of alcohol, police said.
Police later arrested Parbin Soni. However, Akshay Jalan and Omar Sayyed fled the scene immediately after the crash and remain absconding. A search operation is underway to trace them.
Officials also said the Alto involved in the crash belonged to one of Kayum’s friends, identified as Akash.
Guwahati Road Safety in Focus
The incident has renewed concerns over drunk driving and speeding in Guwahati, particularly around high-traffic zones such as the High Court–Uzan Bazar stretch. Police said enforcement drives are being intensified across the city to deter reckless driving.
What Happens Next
Police said further investigation is ongoing, including forensic examination and verification of statements. Legal action will be taken based on findings, and efforts to apprehend the absconding accused will continue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Where did the fatal accident occur in Guwahati?
The crash occurred near the Gauhati High Court area while the car was heading towards Belle View in Uzan Bazar.
Q2. What action has the police taken so far?
Panbazar Traffic Police detained the driver, arrested one occupant, seized the vehicle, and launched a search for two absconding occupants.
