Atiq Ahmed's youngest son Aban killed in high-speed car crash in UP's Jhansi
His friend Sonu also died, while several others were injured.Aban was the youngest son of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed.(PTI)Late gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed's youngest son, Aban Ahmed, was killed in a road accident in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi on Thursday after the car he was travelling in crashed into a road divider, ANI reported.Aban's friend Sonu, who was also travelling in the vehicle, died in the accident.Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Jhansi, said the incident occurred when the speeding car rammed into a roadside median. Aban Ahmed and Sonu suffered critical injuries in the crash and later succumbed to their injuries.Other occupants of the vehicle also suffered injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.According to reports, Abaan was on his way to Jhansi to meet his elder brother Ali Ahmad. Ali is currently lodged in Jhansi jail after being shifted from Naini Central Jail in Prayagraj last year.Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf Ahmed were shot dead on April 15, 2023, by three assailants while they were being escorted by police for a medical examination in Prayagraj. The killing was caught on live television.About the AuthorPrabhakar JhaPrabhakar Jha is a journalist and digital news editor with nearly a decade of experience in online media, specialising in breaking news, politics, national affairs. Having built his career across fast-paced digital newsrooms, he has developed a reputation for delivering accurate, timely, and reader-friendly stories while leading editorial teams during high-pressure news cycles. In 2026, he joined LiveMint as a Digital Content Producer. <br><br> A postgraduate in History from the University of Delhi, Prabhakar combines strong editorial judgment with a keen interest in public policy, governance, economics, and global affairs. Before joining LiveMint, he worked with leading digital publications, including News9Live and The Times of India, where he handled breaking news, copy editing, headline writing, live coverage, and newsroom coordination. <br><br> Beyond the newsroom, Prabhakar is passionate about long-form writing and storytelling. He has a particular interest in global affairs. An avid reader with a love for literary fiction, he also enjoys blogging, poetry, and working on creative writing projects.
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