Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: A 50-year-old security guard died after a heavy iron sliding gate fell on him while he was on duty at an apartment complex in the Panki area of Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The incident reportedly occurred late Friday night, October 23, and was captured on CCTV cameras installed at the premises.
The deceased, identified as Vikram Singh, was employed as a security guard at Prabhu Vista Apartment in Panki’s B-Block. According to media reports, he was attempting to close the main gate after allowing a car to enter the residential complex when the heavy structure suddenly fell on him.
Tragic Accident in #UttarPradesh #Kanpur: Security Guard Killed After Heavy Iron Gate Collapses https://t.co/V9Wa3avt2a
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Family Alleges Negligence Over Faulty Gate
Vikram Singh’s family has alleged that the apartment’s main gate had not been functioning properly for around 10 days. His son, Deepak Singh, claimed that the issue had been brought to the management’s attention several times, but the necessary repairs were not carried out.
The family has also raised questions about the delay in informing them about the incident. They allege that timely maintenance of the gate and prompt assistance could have helped prevent the tragedy.
These allegations have not been independently established, and responsibility for the incident remains subject to investigation.
CCTV Footage Captures the Incident
According to media reports, the incident took place at approximately 1:30 am on Saturday. Vikram was reportedly closing the gate after a vehicle entered the apartment complex when he encountered difficulty operating it. As he attempted to move the gate, the heavy iron structure fell on him, trapping him underneath.
The incident was captured on the premises’ CCTV cameras. Reports differ on some details of the gate’s weight and the precise timeline of events.
Police Begin Investigation
Police took custody of the body and sent it for post-mortem examination. Officials said further legal action would be taken in accordance with the complaint received from the family.
The incident has raised concerns about the maintenance of heavy gates and safety arrangements at residential complexes. The investigation is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the collapse and the family’s allegations regarding the gate’s condition.
Note: The allegations against the apartment management should be treated as claims by the deceased’s family unless confirmed by the investigation or an official finding.
