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Pilgrims' Car Hit by Bus, 3 Dead Near Trichy
4 Aug
Summary
- A bus collision claimed three lives, including a child.
- Seven others sustained severe injuries in the crash.
- The car was reversing on the highway when struck.
Three individuals, including a nine-year-old boy, lost their lives following a devastating collision involving a private long-distance bus and a car. The incident occurred late Monday night near Trichy city on the Trichy-Chennai National Highway. The car was transporting a group of pilgrims to the Samayapuram Mariamman temple when the accident took place.
Seven other passengers in the car sustained severe injuries. Three of the injured devotees are currently in critical condition and receiving medical attention at a private hospital. Police reported that the car driver mistakenly missed the correct turn for the service road. While attempting to reverse the vehicle on the highway, it was struck by a speeding bus heading towards Chennai.
Authorities have registered a case and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Preliminary findings suggest that the accident might have been preventable had the car driver utilized a designated median opening for a U-turn to access the service road safely.
