A moment of excitement turned into a serious road accident in Karnataka’s Sagar town when a newly purchased car went out of control shortly after leaving a showroom and collided with a motorcycle carrying two people. The incident was captured on CCTV footage and has prompted a police investigation.
Accident Occurs During New Car Delivery
The accident took place on October 20, 2026, near a Maruti car showroom in Sagar town, located in Karnataka’s Shivamogga district.
According to reports published by India Today and TV9 Kannada, the customer was driving the newly purchased vehicle out of the showroom when it suddenly went out of control. The car broke through a roadside barricade before entering the road and striking a passing motorcycle.
Two Motorcycle Riders Seriously Injured
The collision left both people travelling on the motorcycle seriously injured. The victims included the motorcycle rider and the person seated behind them.
According to initial media reports, the injured individuals were taken to a hospital for treatment. However, their identities, ages and detailed medical conditions have not been publicly confirmed in the reports reviewed.
The crash caused alarm in the area, turning what should have been a celebratory occasion into a frightening incident.
CCTV Footage Captures the Collision
CCTV footage of the accident has surfaced, showing the sequence of events as the car moved out of the showroom area, crossed the roadside barrier and collided with the motorcycle.
The footage has drawn attention to the incident, but the precise reason the vehicle went out of control remains unclear. No confirmed finding has established whether the crash resulted from a driving error or another factor.
Police Launch Investigation
Sagar Town Police have registered a case and begun investigating the accident, according to media reports.
Investigators are expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the collision and determine how the vehicle lost control. Further details about the victims and the investigation have not been confirmed in the reports reviewed.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of caution when driving a newly purchased vehicle, particularly when entering a busy public road.