Vikas Oberoi, the Indian Billionaire, Could Serve Up to 7 Years in Jail Following Supercar Crash in Italy
In a shocking turn of events, Indian billionaire Vikas Oberoi and his wife, Bollywood actress Gayatri Joshi, found themselves at the center of a devastating supercar crash in Sardinia, Italy. The accident, which involved their blue Lamborghini Huracan Spyder and a Ferrari, left the Swiss couple in the Ferrari tragically dead due to a rollover and fire. As authorities dig deeper into the incident, Vikas Oberoi now faces the prospect of being charged with “double road homicide,” which could result in a lengthy prison sentence of up to 7 years.
Investigation Underway
International media outlets have reported that Vikas Oberoi, who was driving the Lamborghini at the time of the accident, is currently under investigation by law enforcement authorities in Cagliari. If found guilty, he could face a severe penalty, including a potential 7-year jail term.
The incident unfolded during the Sardinia Supercar Tour, where multiple high-performance cars, including Lamborghinis and Ferraris, were seen driving along a single-lane road on the picturesque island of Sardinia. In a viral video capturing the sequence of events, several supercars overtook a motorhome traveling in the same direction.
Tragic Collision
Vikas Oberoi and Gayatri Joshi, in their Lamborghini, were among those attempting to overtake the motorhome. However, a red Ferrari Portofino convertible, driven by a Swiss couple, also decided to overtake both the motorhome and the Lamborghini. Tragically, the Lamborghini collided with the Ferrari, causing both cars to flip onto the road.
The video footage depicts the Lamborghini’s forceful impact with the motorhome, resulting in its overturning, and the Ferrari also crashed into it, causing a similar flip. Regrettably, the Swiss couple inside the Ferrari was unable to exit the vehicle in time, leading to their fatal outcome.
Complex Investigation
As the investigation unfolds, questions arise regarding who bears responsibility for the tragic accident. While the video shows several supercars overtaking the motorhome, it appears that the Ferrari driver was primarily at fault for attempting an ambitious double overtake. However, a closer examination of the footage suggests that Vikas Oberoi may not have been aware of the approaching Ferrari due to the rapid sequence of events.
The circumstances surrounding the crash are complex, and determining fault may involve a detailed analysis of the video evidence. Vikas Oberoi, the managing director of Oberoi Constructions, one of India’s largest real estate firms, was participating in the Sardinia Supercar Tour with his wife, actress Gayatri Joshi. The event, organized by supercar enthusiasts, saw participants driving from Teulada to Olbia.
The investigation is ongoing, and the outcome will undoubtedly be closely watched as authorities seek to establish accountability for this tragic incident.
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