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Udupi: One dead, another injured as pick-up rams into container lorry

Udupi: One dead, another injured as pick-up rams into container lorry


Mangalore Today News Network

Udupi, Jul 10, 2025: One person died in a road accident after a pick-up vehicle rammed into a container lorry near Udyavara bus stand on National Highway 66 in the early hours of July 9, around 2:50 a.m.

The deceased has been identified as Ningappa (52) from Mandya district. The driver, Prashanth, sustained serious injuries and is undergoing treatment at the district hospital.


Udupi accident


The duo was transporting vegetables in the pick-up vehicle from Bandipalaya in Mysuru to Adi Udupi. Near Udyavara, the vehicle reportedly rammed into the rear of a container lorry traveling in the same direction.

The front portion of the pick-up was completely damaged in the collision. Both Prashanth and Ningappa were trapped inside the vehicle. Locals helped rescue them from the mangled remains. Ningappa, who was critically injured, reportedly died on the way to the hospital.

A case has been registered at the Kaup police station.


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