How many people died in the Sriperumbudur highway accident?

Two auto drivers died in the accident near Sriperumbudur.

What was the reason for the auto's journey?

The auto carrying five passengers was on its way to celebrate the birthday of one of the passengers.

What actions are the police taking after the crash?

Sriperumbudur police have registered a case and are searching for the lorry driver involved in the collision.

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Birthday Bash Turns Tragic: Lorry Collision Kills Two

31 Jan

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Summary

Two auto drivers died instantly in a high-speed lorry collision.
Three others sustained serious injuries, including facial injuries.
The auto carrying five passengers was en route to a birthday celebration.

Birthday Bash Turns Tragic: Lorry Collision Kills Two

Tragedy struck on the Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway near Sriperumbudur on Friday evening, resulting in the deaths of two auto drivers and serious injuries to three others. The devastating incident occurred around 4:45 PM.

A speeding lorry traveling in the opposite direction violently impacted an auto carrying five passengers. The auto had been attempting to cross the highway from the incorrect side.

Sadly, the two individuals in the front seat of the auto, identified as J Dhanasekar, 23, and R Dhanapal, 47, lost their lives at the scene. The passengers were en route to celebrate the birthday of one of their companions.