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Speeding Car Kills Three Youths in Kochi
12 Oct
Summary
- A 19-year-old driver was arrested for culpable homicide.
- Three young adults died instantly in the Sunday morning crash.
- The driver allegedly consumed alcohol and drove at high speeds.
In Kochi, a speeding Mini Cooper, reportedly driven by a 19-year-old named Suhail, collided with a scooter at approximately 1:45 AM on Sunday. The impact tragically killed three individuals: Devika (21), Gopika (22), and Iyas (21).
Nedumbassery Police arrested Suhail, who is alleged to have been inebriated at the time of the incident. He faces charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Blood and urine samples were collected for forensic examination, and preliminary findings indicated intoxication.
CCTV footage captured the car hitting the scooter from behind, ejecting the passengers. The victims, who worked at a craft shop in Thrikkakara, were on their way to Athani when the accident occurred. Social media videos purportedly from Suhail's Instagram account showed the car traveling at speeds up to 220 km/hr.
Authorities are investigating potential past instances of reckless driving by the accused and examining public concerns regarding car races in the area. Additionally, an inquiry has been initiated into establishments that may have served alcohol to Suhail, who is below the legal drinking age of 23. Suhail's co-passenger, Ninav, was also arrested.
