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Evidence for Hit and Run Accident

  • FIR copyCriticalFIR filed at the nearest police station immediately after the hit and run incident
  • Photographs of the accident sceneCriticalPhotos of the accident spot, vehicle damage, debris, skid marks, blood stains, and road conditions
  • Medical records and injury reportCriticalHospital admission records, MLC, injury report, treatment bills, and discharge summary of the victim
  • CCTV footage from nearby camerasCriticalCCTV footage from traffic cameras, toll booths, petrol pumps, or shops near the accident site showing the vehicle
  • Vehicle number or descriptionCriticalRegistration number, colour, make, model, or any partial details of the fleeing vehicle noted by you or witnesses
  • Eyewitness details and statementsNames, contact details, and written statements from people who witnessed the accident or the fleeing vehicle
  • Dashcam or mobile recordingsAny dashcam footage, mobile phone recordings, or security camera footage capturing the incident
  • Vehicle debris or paint transferPhotographs of any vehicle parts, glass fragments, or paint transfer left at the scene by the fleeing vehicle

Be careful

  • File FIR immediately — do not delay as CCTV footage may be overwritten.
  • Do not move your vehicle until police arrive to document the scene.
  • Inform your insurance company within 24 hours.
  • If injured, prioritize medical treatment before anything else.