Daijiworld Media Network - Sullia
Sullia, Jan 16: A scooty rider lost his life in a road accident involving a tanker near the Ganapati temple at Koynadu under the Aranthodu limits on January 13.
The deceased has been identified as Nishanth (30), son of late Devaraja, a resident of Perangodi, Koynadu.
According to sources, the accident occurred when the scooty Nishanth was riding allegedly rammed into the rear of a tanker that was proceeding from Sullia towards Madikeri. The impact of the collision left the scooty rider seriously injured.
He was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Sullia for treatment. However, he succumbed to his injuries despite medical efforts.
It is learnt that Nishanth is survived by his mother. A case has been registered and further investigation is underway.