Mumbai, Jan 22 (Agencies): A speeding Mercedes car hit people sleeping on a pavement in south Mumbai late last night, injuring five. The driver, who reportedly fled the spot, has been arrested.
The incident occurred around 12:15 am at Mohammed Ali road when the white convertible, with a Jharkhand number plate, reportedly drove over a pavement where four women and a child were sleeping.
"Investigation is happening right know... However, we are not sure of the number of persons inside the car... It can be determined only after thorough investigation," said Ashok Dudhe, a senior police officer.
The injured are being treated at the government-run JJ Hospital. The condition of two is stated to be serious.