Daijiworld Media Network – Brahmavar (TP)
Brahmavar, Apr 4: A tipper collided with the scooter carrying two individuals on national Highway 66 near Mabukala bridge on April 3. The pillion rider died in the accident.
The incident occurred when complainant Poornima (47), a resident of Barkur Brahmavar and her acquaintance Mamtaaz (44) were traveling on the scooter heading towards Sasthana via Akashvani road, Brahmavar.
The driver of the being reckless and at high speed collided with the scooter, knocking the rider off the road. Scooter rider Poornima and her pillion rider Mamtaaz sustained severe injuries and were rushed to a private hospital in Brahmavar.
Despite efforts, Mamtaaz succumbed to her injuries and Poornima is undergoing treatment for her injuries.
The driver of the tipper fled the scene immediately after the incident.
A case has been registered at Brahmavar police station and investigations are underway.