KRISHNAGIRI: As many as 14 people, including four army men returning to their hometowns on leave, suffered injuries when a private omnibus they were travelling on fell into a roadside pit near Koppachandram in Hosur in the early hours of Wednesday.
Accident Details
Three army men suffered leg fractures in the accident that happened after the bus from Bengaluru to Tenkasi had suffered a brake failure. According to the Hudco police, driver K Suresh, 34, of Bengaluru lost control of the vehicle, and the bus crashed into a roadside barrier before falling into the pit. More than 20 passengers were on board.
Medical Response
The injured were admitted to Hosur government hospital. "Six others with minor injuries were shifted to a private hospital," said a police officer.
About the Author
V Senthil Kumaran is currently working as the Special Correspondent for The Times of India, focusing on the districts of Salem, Namakkal, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, and Erode. As the sole representative for these five districts in Western Tamil Nadu, Senthil Kumaran covers a wide range of topics, including crime, education, and civic issues. He has exposed numerous scams and held several government officials accountable for their actions. In addition to his journalism work, he holds an MBA in Human Resources, an M.Sc. in Psychotherapy, and an LLB, along with a BA in English Literature.
