Udupi: Mini-bus collides with parked lorry; 17 injured

Mangalore Today News Network

Udupi, Nov 3, 2024: A tourist mini-bus collided with a lorry parked along the roadside near Udyavara petrol pump on Sunday early morning. The accident involved a group of tourists from Andhra Pradesh who were en route to Kollur Temple for a pilgrimage.

The mini-bus, traveling from Mangaluru toward the Kollur Temple, reportedly collided from behind with a lorry parked on the side of the road. Police stated that 17 people were injured in the accident, with four sustaining serious injuries. With the help of locals, the injured were taken to a private hospital in Udupi.

The tourist vehicle was damaged and Kapu police arrived at the scene to conduct an investigation.