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    What remains disputed or unverified

    No disputed central claims are recorded for this story.

    Fatal collision on August 16

    A 26‑year‑old saleswoman at a Hyderabad mall was killed after an Aston Martin driven by Lingamaneni Sanjush ran into her as she crossed the road in front of Inorbit Mall on August 16, 2026.[1][2][4]

    Police booking and legal action

    Police recorded charges under section 106(1) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, a non‑bailable offence that can carry up to five years’ imprisonment and a fine.[1]

    A notice was issued to Sanjush and the case remains pending while the investigation continues.[1]

    Details of the driver

    Sanjush was reportedly a young driver. Police note he was 23 at the time of the incident, whereas some media accounts reported his age as 21.[1][3]

    Victim’s background

    The victim, Bharathi Mukhi, worked as a saleswoman at a nearby mall and was returning from a hotel when she was struck.[1]

    Version and update history
    1. Version 2 · Developing story updated with new source evidence
    2. Version 1 · Initial source-grounded generation