Daijiworld Media Network - Bantwal
Bantwal, May 23: A borewell drilling truck collided with a two-wheeler, resulting in the death of the rider and serious injuries to the pillion rider. The incident occurred late in the night in Allipade on Wednesday May 22.
The deceased is identified as Parari Jayapoojari (55), who was a resident near Allipade. His son, Rakshith, who was the pillion rider, sustained injuries and is receiving treatment at a private hospital in Mangaluru.
It is reported that the father and son were travelling on a scooter when the truck collided with them. Overspeeding and negligent driving are said to be the causes of the accident.
Bantwal traffic police visited the location and registered a case.