Thar Crashes Into Police Vehicle Near CM Nitish Kumar’s Residence In Patna; Cop Injured

Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 16:09 IST

Four individuals have been detained and taken to the police station for questioning in connection with the incident.

A high‑speed collision involving a Thar SUV triggered alarm in a high‑security VVIP zone near the official residence of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred when a speeding Thar reportedly crashed into a patrol vehicle belonging to the Patna police’s Shakti Suraksha team.

The collision was so forceful that the Thar smashed through the barricades and veered onto the opposite side of the road.

After the crash, the front portion of both vehicles was severely damaged.

Police personnel inside the patrol vehicle narrowly escaped serious injuries.

Ajit Kumar, DSP of Traffic, stated that the accident was caused by the car driver’s negligence. He confirmed that both vehicles sustained damage and that one police officer was injured. Kumar added that the Thar was traveling at a high speed when the collision occurred.

Kumar further stated that based on the driver’s statement, further action will be taken at the traffic police station. He said the department has been taking continuous action against over speeding and will continue to do so and anyone found driving carelessly will face strict action.

Four individuals have been detained and taken to the police station for questioning in connection with the incident.

Further details into the incident are awaited.

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