On the night of July 20, 2025, a shocking incident unfolded in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, when a driver, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, crashed his black Scorpio SUV into Siwaj Dhaba, a popular roadside eatery in the Ahimamau area along Shaheed Path. The crash, which occurred around 1:45 AM on Sunday, July 21, 2025, injured one person and caused widespread panic among diners. Captured on CCTV, the incident has gone viral on social media, raising concerns about drunk driving and the regulation of alcohol consumption at local establishments.
Incident Details
The incident began when the driver, who had reportedly consumed alcohol at Siwaj Dhaba, lost control of his vehicle. According to eyewitnesses and news reports, the black Scorpio SUV first collided with a parked car before smashing through the dhaba’s entrance. The vehicle struck a young man inside the eatery and continued into the kitchen area, causing significant damage. The sudden crash led to chaos, with diners scrambling to safety as tables and chairs were overturned.