Tragic Death of 42-Year-Old Real Estate Developer in Vasai Over Wrong-Side Driving Dispute
A grim reminder of how minor street arguments can turn fatal emerged from Vasai on Monday night, where a 42-year-old businessman lost his life following a brief altercation over traffic rules.
The victim, identified as Sharif Sheikh (42), a local real estate developer, was traveling near the Khau Galli area around 9:20 PM. According to reports, a motorcyclist riding a Java bike approached from the opposite direction (wrong side).
When Sheikh confronted the rider, asking why he was driving on the wrong side of the road, the situation turned violent. Infuriated by the questioning, the unidentified biker allegedly assaulted Sheikh, striking him across the face. The impact caused Sheikh to collapse on the spot.
Passersby and witnesses rushed him to a nearby hospital; however, he tragically succumbed during treatment. The Manikpur Police have registered a case and conducted a formal inspection of the site (panchnama).
Authorities are currently scanning CCTV footage from the Khau Galli vicinity to identify the motorcyclist. A manhunt for the unknown accused is underway, and police expect to make an arrest shortly.
This incident serves as a stark warning to follow traffic regulations and maintain composure on the road because a minor dispute is never worth a human life. Road rage, momentary ego, and irresponsible driving have left a family without its primary provider.
