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Cops Arrest Man Accused Of Killing 114-Year-Old Marathoner Fauja Singh In Hit-&-Run

TMZ.com Wednesday, 16 July 2025 ()
Cops in India have arrested the man suspected of killing famed marathon runner Fauja Singh in a hit-and-run accident earlier this week. Amritpal Singh Dhillon was taken into custody on Tuesday ... after he reportedly fessed up to hitting Singh on…
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News video: ‘Turbaned Tornado’ Fauja Singh Dies in Road Accident at 114: Tributes Pour in For Legendary Runner

‘Turbaned Tornado’ Fauja Singh Dies in Road Accident at 114: Tributes Pour in For Legendary Runner 03:45

The world mourns the loss of a legend. Fauja Singh, fondly known as the ‘Turbaned Tornado’, has tragically passed away at the age of 114 in a road accident. The centenarian marathon runner inspired millions around the globe with his unmatched spirit, discipline, and record-breaking...

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