Nurse dies after Innova hits her in Asifnagar; minor driving angle probed
HYDERABAD: A 42-year-old nurse died after being hit by an Innova car in a suspected hit-and-run case in Asifnagar on Monday, police said.
The victim, Faheemunnisa, a resident of Hill Colony in Mehdipatnam, was walking to her workplace when the vehicle allegedly rammed into her.
She suffered serious injuries and was shifted to a hospital, where she later died while undergoing treatment.
According to police, the driver fled the scene immediately after the accident. CCTV footage reportedly captured the vehicle being driven at high speed in the area.
Police investigating vehicle rental trail
During the investigation, police found that the Innova had been hired on a self-drive basis by an individual. Efforts are under way to identify and trace the person who rented the vehicle.
Investigators are also examining claims that the vehicle was being driven by a minor at the time of the accident. Local residents alleged that minors were inside the car and driving it when the crash occurred.
Police have not officially confirmed the identity or age of the driver.
Nurse Killed in Hit-and-Run in Asifnagar
A 42-year-old nurse from Mehdipatnam died after being struck by an Innova car. Driving by #Minor , in a #HitAndRun accident in #Asifnagar , #Hyderabad #RashDriving recorded on #CCTV .
According to the police, the victim, Faheemunnisa… pic.twitter.com/g30XOj1v2E
— Surya Reddy (@jsuryareddy) June 22, 2026
Political link under scrutiny
Sources said the vehicle was allegedly hired by the son of a local politician. Police are verifying the claim as part of the investigation.
A case has been registered and further investigation is under way. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and other evidence to establish the sequence of events and identify those responsible.
