Pedestrian killed by speeding car near Thane’s Upvan

THANE: An unidentified pedestrian aged around 40 years died after he was knocked down by a speeding car near Thane’s Upvan area late on Wednesday, police officers informed.
According to police sources, the incident occurred near Pawar Nagar junction.
The car was allegedly driven by an 18-year-old boy who fled the spot after the mishap. The accused was later tracked down by the police.
The victim was rushed to the nearest private hospital where he was declared dead.
The Thane police confirmed the accident but said that they were still investigating the incident. A case was yet to be filed till the time of going to the press, police sources informed.