Puttur: Lorry overturns after collision with car on NH 275 near Santyar

Mangalore Today News Network

Puttur, Oct 16, 2026: A lorry overturned after colliding with a car near Santyar on National Highway 275 today, leaving the car occupants injured. The accident reportedly occurred when the lorry driver attempted to overtake the car at high speed.

According to preliminary information, the lorry collided with the car while attempting to overtake it on the highway. The impact caused the driver to lose control, and the lorry overturned across the road.

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The occupants of the car sustained injuries. Local residents and passers-by immediately rushed to their assistance and helped shift the injured to a hospital.

The overturned lorry blocked the highway, bringing traffic on NH 275 to a standstill for some time. Hundreds of vehicles were stranded on both sides of the road.

Puttur Traffic Police visited the spot and conducted an inspection. A crane was used to remove the overturned lorry and restore traffic movement.

Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

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