High‑Profile Lamborghini Crash in Kanpur Raises Controversy

A speeding Lamborghini reportedly driven by Shivam Mishra, son of prominent Kanpur tobacco businessman KK Mishra, crashed into pedestrians and parked vehicles on VIP Road in Kanpur on Sunday afternoon, injuring several people and sparking a major controversy. �

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According to police and eyewitnesses, the luxury sports car went out of control at around 3:15 pm near Rev‑3 Mall. The vehicle first struck an auto‑rickshaw and then collided with a parked Royal Enfield motorcycle, flinging the bike’s rider several feet and injuring others nearby. At least six people were hurt in the incident. �

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👤 Disputed Accounts: Who Was Driving?

The case has taken a controversial turn over who was actually behind the wheel:

Police statements and video evidence indicate that Shivam Mishra himself was driving the Lamborghini at the time of the crash. �

The Times of India

Shivam’s lawyer, Mrityunjay Kumar, claims that he was not driving — asserting instead that the car was being operated by a designated driver, and that the incident should be treated as a standard accident case. �

Republic World

Initial confusion in the police report led to the Lamborghini owner’s name being omitted from the FIR, but Shivam Mishra has since been named in the case following public pressure. �

India Today

🚨 Investigation & Public Reaction

Local authorities have seized the luxury vehicle and reportedly taken it into custody as part of the ongoing probe. Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has stated that strict action will be taken if the crash is found to be intentional. �

Asianet Newsable

Public reaction has been intense, with many discussing the handling of the case, VIP privilege concerns and road safety. The incident has also brought renewed scrutiny to the Mishra family’s extravagant lifestyle and luxury car collection after income‑tax raids on their properties in the recent past. �

The Times of India

🚑 Victims & Aftermath

The injured were rushed to a nearby private hospital and are reported to be receiving treatment. Police say further legal action will depend on investigation findings, eyewitness accounts, and forensic evidence.