2 Goa cops die after being hit by drunk driver


Panaji, Jan 16 (IANS): Two on-duty police constables died after being knocked down by a drunk driver in the beach village of Colva in South Goa early on Sunday morning.

According to officials at the Colva police station, the deceased police personnel Shailesh Gaonkar (30) and Vishwas Deykar (32) were posted on a check-point at Colva when they were knocked down by a speeding Skoda car driven by one Craig Rodrigues.

"Both police constables died while they were being taken to the nearest hospital for treatment," a Goa Police spokesperson said, adding that the accused was found driving under the influence of alcohol upon examination.

The accused Rodrigues has been arrested and is presently in police custody.

  

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  • Rita, Germany

    Mon, Jan 17 2022

    OH my God.Our heartfelt sympathy to the families.Very sad.Dont leave the fellow out.It is a great offense killing two Police .Of course he didnt kill them purposely but by driving with alcohol also was the cause.cancel his licence so that he cant do it again and jail him for long time.He should also pay fine and compansation to the famlies.May their soul rest in peace.

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