Ballari: A tragic accident on Nandihalli Road in Sandur taluk claimed the lives of a father and his son on Thursday. The deceased were identified as Belli Nagaraj, 45, and his son Durgesh, 18. According to police reports, the duo was traveling on a motorcycle from Sandur towards Nandihalli when a mine truck collided with their vehicle.
Details of the Incident
The collision occurred mid-afternoon, leaving both riders grievously injured. They succumbed to their injuries on the spot. Local residents alleged that the accident was a result of the truck driver’s negligent and rash driving. Eyewitnesses reported that the truck was speeding and failed to give way to the motorcycle.
Police Action
Sandur police promptly arrived at the scene and took the truck driver into custody. A case has been registered at the Sandur police station under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. The police have launched a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident. The bodies have been sent for postmortem examination.
The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents demanding stricter enforcement of traffic rules, especially on roads frequented by heavy vehicles. Authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution while driving on such routes.
