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Bantwal: Labourer killed, two critically injured as laterite-laden lorry overturns

  •   Wed, Jul 15 2026 06:31:40 PM

Daijiworld Media Network – Bantwal

Bantwal, July 15: A labourer lost his life and two others were seriously injured after a lorry laden with laterite stones overturned at Athalike near Allipade in Devasyapaduru village on the outskirts of Bantwal on Tuesday.

The deceased has been identified as Pramod (42), a resident of Kavalapaduru.

The injured, lorry driver Sunil and fellow labourer Krishnappa, sustained serious injuries and were admitted to hospital, where they are undergoing treatment.

According to preliminary information, the accident occurred while the lorry was returning from a stone quarry carrying a load of laterite stones. The vehicle reportedly went out of control before overturning. Local residents suspect brake failure may have led to the mishap, although the exact cause will be established only after the police complete their investigation.

The force of the accident caused the lorry to overturn completely, trapping Pramod and Krishnappa beneath the vehicle. They were extricated with the help of a JCB excavator and rushed to hospital. However, Pramod succumbed to his injuries despite medical treatment.

Traffic police sub-inspector Adarsh visited the scene, conducted an inspection and initiated the investigation into the accident.
  

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  • Rudolf Rodrigues, Mangalore-Mumbai

    Wed, Jul 15 2026

    Overloaded trucks are a very common sight on our country's roads as there is noone to monitor this menace; quick, sharp turns at high speeds can cause the vehicle to roll over if its center of gravity shifts too dramatically; also in case of the vehicle being improperly loaded, or if the load shifts suddenly, it can tip and roll over without any external tripping mechanism!! Ultimately, the people who get affected by this are the poor drivers and loaders who mostly are not insured against such hazards!

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  • Rita, Germany

    Wed, Jul 15 2026

    Sad .Its always happen to a poor worker.First of all the first cause might be the lorry was overloaded?Second the load was not secured .Third the labourer was sitting by the load?Its nowhere allowed to sit persons on the load behind atleast in other countries.May times in India labourer/s sit on the load.Suppose when it comes to accidents then their lives are in danger It should be prohibited.May hs soul rest in peace .Heartfelt sympathies to family.Such big laterites should be secured too.

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