A tragic incident took place at the Shahdara Railway Station in Delhi on Friday evening, leaving commuters in shock. A 22-year-old man lost his life after being hit by a moving train while he was trying to chase a mobile snatcher. The accident occurred around 4:53 PM on March 6, 2026. The police have launched an investigation and are currently looking for the suspect involved in the snatching.
How did the accident happen at Shahdara Station?
The victim, identified as Rohit Kumar, was waiting for a train at Platform Number 3. According to reports, an unknown person suddenly snatched his mobile phone and started running. In a desperate attempt to recover his phone, Rohit ran after the snatcher.
During the chase, Rohit ended up on the railway tracks. He unfortunately failed to notice the incoming train, the Delhi-Kathgodam Sampark Kranti Express (Train No. 15035). The train hit him, causing fatal injuries. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but was declared dead by the doctors.
Who was the victim and what action has police taken?
Rohit Kumar was a resident of Baraut in Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. He worked as a Security Guard at the Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Hospital in Delhi. His father, Shravan Singh, and other family members have been informed about the tragedy.
The police have registered a case regarding the snatching and the accidental death at the Old Delhi Railway Station (ODRS) police station. The investigation is underway with the following steps:
- CCTV Analysis: Police are scanning station cameras to identify the snatcher.
- Forensic Check: Crime teams and FSL have inspected the spot.
- Legal Action: Proceedings under Section 194 of the BNSS have started.
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) and local police have advised passengers to remain alert and avoid running on tracks during such emergencies.
