Fauja Singh, a 114-year-old British-Indian athlete, was fatally injured during an afternoon walk in Punjab on Monday. The accused, 26-year-old Amritpal Singh Dhillon, is believed to have been speeding when he collided with Singh. Reports indicate that the victim was crossing a road near his birth village, Beas Pind, when struck. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. The police have since recovered the SUV connected to the collision. Local sources suggest that swift action from the driver to transport Singh to medical help might have prevented his death. Singh achieved fame for his marathon records, including becoming the first centenarian to complete a full marathon in 2011. Despite his extraordinary feats, he could not be officially recognized by Guinness World Records due to the lack of a birth certificate from 1911. The running community and his charity have expressed their intention to honor his legacy in upcoming events. Singh's inspiring journey from modest beginnings to global fame exemplifies resilience and determination.
Driver Arrested in Hit-and-Run Death of Fauja Singh, World's Oldest Marathon Runner
Driver Arrested in Hit-and-Run Death of Fauja Singh, World's Oldest Marathon Runner
Authorities in India have taken a suspect into custody following the tragic hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of Fauja Singh, renowned as the oldest marathon runner globally.
Driver Arrested in Hit-and-Run Death of Fauja Singh, World's Oldest Marathon Runner
Authorities in India have taken a suspect into custody following the tragic hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of Fauja Singh, renowned as the oldest marathon runner globally.
Fauja Singh, a 114-year-old British-Indian athlete, was fatally injured during an afternoon walk in Punjab on Monday. The accused, 26-year-old Amritpal Singh Dhillon, is believed to have been speeding when he collided with Singh. Reports indicate that the victim was crossing a road near his birth village, Beas Pind, when struck. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. The police have since recovered the SUV connected to the collision. Local sources suggest that swift action from the driver to transport Singh to medical help might have prevented his death. Singh achieved fame for his marathon records, including becoming the first centenarian to complete a full marathon in 2011. Despite his extraordinary feats, he could not be officially recognized by Guinness World Records due to the lack of a birth certificate from 1911. The running community and his charity have expressed their intention to honor his legacy in upcoming events. Singh's inspiring journey from modest beginnings to global fame exemplifies resilience and determination.
Authorities in India have taken a suspect into custody following the tragic hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of Fauja Singh, renowned as the oldest marathon runner globally.
Fauja Singh, a 114-year-old British-Indian athlete, was fatally injured during an afternoon walk in Punjab on Monday. The accused, 26-year-old Amritpal Singh Dhillon, is believed to have been speeding when he collided with Singh. Reports indicate that the victim was crossing a road near his birth village, Beas Pind, when struck. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. The police have since recovered the SUV connected to the collision. Local sources suggest that swift action from the driver to transport Singh to medical help might have prevented his death. Singh achieved fame for his marathon records, including becoming the first centenarian to complete a full marathon in 2011. Despite his extraordinary feats, he could not be officially recognized by Guinness World Records due to the lack of a birth certificate from 1911. The running community and his charity have expressed their intention to honor his legacy in upcoming events. Singh's inspiring journey from modest beginnings to global fame exemplifies resilience and determination.
