Mangaluru, July 28, 2020: The drivers of two trucks had a miraculous escape after the two vehicles collided near Ekkur on the National Highway 66 during the early hours of July 28, Tuesday.
A cement laden truck was proceeding towards Kasargod when a sugar laden truck from Belagavi rammed into it from behind. It is learnt the mishap took place when the driver of the cement lorry applied brakes all of a sudden taking the driver of the other lorry unawares.
The accident resulted in traffic blockade on the Highway for some time. Traffic police who arrived at the spot ensured smooth passage of vehicles.
A case has been registered in Mangaluru South traffic police station.