Zepto said the man killed in a Hyderabad road accident was not associated with the company, as the incident reignited concerns over hyper-fast delivery models.
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Moneycontrol12-01-2026, 12:11

Zepto Denies Link to Hyderabad Rider's Death, Cites No Association

  • Zepto clarified that the man who died in a Hyderabad road accident was not associated with the company.
  • The victim was not delivering an order for Zepto at the time of the incident, confirmed through database and CCTV checks.
  • The company is cooperating with Mehdipatnam Police Station and shared findings to correct misconceptions.
  • Zepto stated all its delivery partners have insurance, but no claim was made as the deceased was not a partner.
  • The accident occurred on January 5 on Tolichowki–Mehdipatnam road; the bus driver is in custody, and an investigation is ongoing.

Why It Matters: Zepto disavows connection to the Hyderabad delivery rider's death, stating the victim was not its partner.

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