Ludhiana Hit-and-Run: 24-Year-Old Man Killed, Protest Erupts

March 4, 2026

In a shocking road accident late Tuesday night near Phullanwal Chowk in Ludhiana, a 24-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run involving a speeding BMW car, triggering outrage and a protest by locals alleging police inaction.

The victim, identified as Laalji Morya, was a migrant from Uttar Pradesh, working as a gardener and residing in Dev Colony near Phullanwal. He sustained severe head injuries in the collision around 11:30 pm while riding his motorcycle. Despite being rushed to a hospital, he later succumbed to his injuries.

Accident Details and Initial Police Response

According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred when the victim was returning home on his two-wheeler. A BMW car allegedly traveling at high speed hit him near Phullanwal Chowk, causing him to fall and suffer fatal injuries. The driver did not stop and instead fled the scene, prompting anger among residents.

After the accident, police reportedly moved the BMW to a nearby petrol pump instead of taking swift action against the driver. Locals claimed that the accused is from an influential background, which they believe contributed to the perceived delay in police action. Initially, police did not disclose details about the vehicle, fueling further mistrust.

Public Outcry and Protest at Phullanwal Chowk

On Wednesday morning, a large crowd gathered at Phullanwal Chowk, raising slogans against both the driver and local law enforcement. Protesters accused the police of attempting to negotiate a compromise with the victim’s family rather than registering a formal case and apprehending the hit-and-run driver.

Demonstrators said they located the luxury BMW parked at the petrol pump near the accident site and brought it back to the chowk as a form of protest. They subsequently blocked the road for several hours, demanding immediate action, registration of a case, and the arrest of the culprit.

“We will stay here until justice is done,” one of the protesters told reporters. Many onlookers expressed grief and anger, saying that the police must act transparently and not delay justice due to the social status of the accused.

Police Assurances and Next Steps

Responding to the protest, Ludhiana police officials assured that they were investigating the matter and that the case would be registered soon. They stated that they were gathering evidence and would act within the legal framework to bring the responsible person to justice. However, no official FIR or arrest had been confirmed at the time of reporting.

Local authorities appealed for calm and urged protesters to allow the investigation to proceed without any further disruptions. Traffic remained affected around Phullanwal Chowk during the demonstration, causing inconvenience to commuters.