Delhi SUV Crash Accused Failed to Grasp ‘Preciousness of Life’ After Fatal Biker Death: Juvenile Board

The Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) has observed that the 17-year-old accused in a fatal road crash in Dwarka “does not understand the preciousness of life,” noting an apparent lack of remorse when he was produced before it.

According to the Board’s February 14 order, the teenager — identified in proceedings as a child in conflict with law (CCL) — showed little awareness of the gravity of the incident during his appearance on February 4, a day after the crash that claimed the life of 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra.

“Upon enquiry from the CCL, it appears that he does not understand the preciousness of life of a person and is not remorseful towards his act,” the order stated. The Board subsequently directed that the boy be sent to an observation home for rehabilitation, counselling, and for his safety and security.

New Video Surfaces

Meanwhile, a video circulating on social media purportedly captures the aftermath of the February 3 accident near the Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management in Dwarka’s Sector 11. The clip shows a crowd gathered at the scene, with bystanders appearing to confront the teenager and his sister.

In the footage, Sahil is seen lying by the roadside, while his motorcycle and a damaged Swift Dzire taxi — also struck in the collision — are visible. The sister of the accused can be heard claiming that the motorcyclist was speeding. Police said the authenticity of the video is being verified.

Father Expresses Regret

While the Board recorded concerns about the teenager’s demeanour, his father has publicly expressed remorse. Speaking to the media, he apologised to Sahil’s family and said he would abide by the legal process.

“I sincerely apologise to the mother who lost her son. I am ready to seek her forgiveness and will follow whatever decision the law and judiciary make,” he was quoted as saying. The father is also facing proceedings under the Motor Vehicles Act in connection with the case.

Interim Bail for Exams

The teenager, a Class 10 student, was granted interim bail on February 10 to sit for his board examinations. The relief is valid until March 9, after which he must surrender.

In its order, the JJB said academic continuity was a relevant consideration under the rehabilitative objectives of the Juvenile Justice Act. The bail conditions place the boy in his father’s custody upon furnishing a personal bond of ₹10,000 with a surety of the same amount.

In the bail application, the defence described the incident as accidental and emphasised the student’s academic record, stating that there was no intent to cause harm. The plea also claimed the boy remained at the scene, informed the police, and cooperated with investigators.