Udupi: A 24-year-old man died after the motorcycle he was riding crashed into a roadside tree at Kelaparkala in Udupi late on Monday night, August 10. The deceased has been identified as Sanath.
Accident occurs near Kelaparkala
According to the complaint, Sanath had travelled to Manipal with two friends on Monday night. The three men were travelling on two motorcycles.
After having dinner in Manipal, they reportedly began their journey back home at around 1.25 am. Sanath was riding a motorcycle belonging to one of his friends, while the other two friends followed him on another motorcycle.
The group proceeded along the Udupi-Agumbe National Highway from Manipal towards Parkala.
According to the complaint, Sanath was allegedly riding at high speed and in a negligent manner while travelling along the highway.
Motorcycle crashes into roadside tree
When Sanath reached near the Gopalakrishna Temple at Kelaparkala Down, he reportedly moved towards the extreme right side of the road.
He subsequently lost control of the motorcycle and crashed into a roadside tree.
The impact was severe and threw Sanath and the motorcycle into a roadside drain. The accident occurred during the early hours, when visibility and traffic conditions can present additional challenges for motorists.
His friends, who were travelling behind him, noticed the accident and rushed to the spot. Members of the public also came forward to assist the injured rider.
Sanath shifted to hospital
Following the crash, Sanath was taken to a hospital in Manipal in a vehicle for emergency medical treatment.
Despite the efforts to get him medical attention, doctors examined him and declared him dead.
The fatal accident has left his family and friends shocked. The circumstances of the crash are being examined based on the complaint and available information.
High-speed riding cited in complaint
The complaint reportedly states that Sanath was riding the motorcycle at high speed and in a negligent manner before the accident.
He allegedly lost control after moving towards the extreme right side of the road near Kelaparkala Down. The motorcycle then collided with the roadside tree, resulting in the fatal injuries.
The incident highlights the risks associated with speeding, particularly on highways and during late-night journeys.
Motorcycle riders are particularly vulnerable in crashes because even a single loss of control can result in serious or fatal injuries. Maintaining a safe speed and remaining attentive to road conditions are crucial, especially during journeys in the early hours.
Fatal crash raises road safety concerns
The accident at Kelaparkala is another reminder of the importance of road safety on the Udupi-Agumbe highway.
A sudden deviation from the road can have serious consequences when a rider loses control of a two-wheeler. In this case, the motorcycle struck a tree, causing Sanath to be thrown into a roadside drain.
The prompt response from his friends and members of the public ensured that he was taken to hospital without delay. However, doctors could not save him.
The loss of the 24-year-old has brought attention to the dangers of high-speed riding and the importance of exercising caution while travelling late at night.
The authorities are expected to continue the necessary legal procedures in connection with the fatal accident.