Director of Advertising Firm Arrested for Mumbai Hoarding Collapse
In a tragic incident, a giant hoarding in Mumbai collapsed, claiming the lives of 16 people. The director of the advertising firm responsible for putting up the billboard, Bhavesh Bhinde, was apprehended and brought to the city for further investigation.
Bhavesh Bhinde, of M/s Ego Media Pvt. Ltd., was arrested in Udaipur, Rajasthan, and flown to Mumbai for questioning. The police team, along with Bhinde, arrived at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport early in the morning, and he was taken to a crime branch office for further procedures.
Following the tragedy, a case of culpable homicide not amounting to murder was filed against Bhinde, all directors, officials, and employees of the advertising agency. The hoarding collapsed during gusty winds and unseasonal rains, resulting in numerous casualties and injuries.
Bhinde is set to appear before the court later in the day as the investigation continues. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
Published 17 May 2024, 04:25 IST