Mangaluru: A 36-year-old two-wheeler rider was killed and a pillion rider injured in a road accident reported near Mukka Junction on NH-66, under Mangaluru Traffic North police station limits, on Sunday evening.
Victim identified
The deceased has been identified as Karunakar Eshwar Shetty. According to a complaint filed by his brother Venkatesh, Karunakar had left home for Mukka along with his neighbour Vishwanath, 16, who was riding pillion.
While returning towards Chelyaru, their scooter was struck by a car allegedly driven rashly and negligently by Mohammad Taufiq, who was travelling from the Udupi side.
Collision details
Police said the impact caused both Karunakar and Vishwanath, along with the scooter, to be dragged on the road before hitting a stationary car parked on the roadside. Passersby rushed them to a nearby private hospital.
Doctors declared Karunakar dead on the way, while Vishwanath was admitted with injuries and is currently undergoing treatment.
Case registered
The Mangaluru Traffic North police have registered a case against the accused car driver for rash and negligent driving, leading to the fatal accident. Further investigation is underway.
Conclusion
The incident has once again highlighted the growing concerns over rash driving on the busy Mangaluru–Udupi highway, a stretch that has witnessed multiple accidents in recent months.