A Sunday outing turned tragic in Salem district when a reckless autorickshaw driver caused an accident that left eight people injured, including six women returning from church. The incident occurred near a church at Nehru Nagar in Mettur, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Mettur Autorickshaw Accident
The vehicle, driven by S Kannan, aged 38, was carrying six women back from the church. According to preliminary reports, Kannan was driving in a negligent manner. His auto allegedly struck V Praveena, 36, who was walking on the road. The force of the collision caused the three-wheeler to overturn completely.
The impact resulted in injuries to all the passengers inside the auto. The injured women have been identified as:
- Pavayee, 38
- Govindammal, 44
- Chellappan, 48
- Kandayee, 65
- Rasammal, 50
- Asana (age not specified in report)
Both the driver, S Kannan, and the pedestrian, V Praveena, also sustained injuries in this unfortunate event.
Emergency Response and Police Action
Following the accident, all eight injured individuals were rushed to the Mettur Government Hospital for immediate medical treatment. Their current condition is being monitored by hospital authorities.
Taking swift action, the Mettur police have registered a formal case in connection with the incident. The case will investigate the circumstances leading to the reckless driving and the subsequent injuries. This legal step underscores the seriousness with which local authorities are treating the matter of road safety.
Road Safety Concerns in Salem District
This accident highlights the persistent issue of road safety, particularly involving autorickshaws and pedestrian zones. The location of the crash, near a place of worship in Nehru Nagar, raises concerns about traffic discipline in residential and community areas. Such incidents serve as a stark reminder for drivers to exercise utmost caution, especially when transporting passengers.
The community now awaits further updates from the police investigation while hoping for the full and speedy recovery of all those injured in this Sunday morning mishap.
