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Ex-India Cricketer Jacob Martin Arrested After Alleged Drunk-Driving Crash in Vadodara

Investigators reported no injuries, with the case proceeding after his bail.

Overview

  • Police say the 53-year-old lost control around 2:30 am near Punit Nagar Society in Akota and hit three parked cars — a Kia Seltos, a Hyundai Venue and a Maruti Celerio.
  • Officers described him as visibly inebriated and booked him for rash and negligent driving under BNS sections 281 and 324(5) and Motor Vehicles Act sections 177, 184 and 185.
  • A separate prohibition case was filed under Section 66(1)(B) of the Gujarat Prohibition Act.
  • His MG Hector was seized for technical examination, and he was released on bail later the same day.
  • Authorities reported significant damage to the vehicles but no casualties, and the investigation remains ongoing; Martin earlier played 10 ODIs for India and amassed 9,192 first-class runs.