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Private bus hits pedestrian at Kottayam Chanthakaval; driver's license and vehicle fitness to be suspended

Private bus hits pedestrian at Kottayam Chanthakaval; driver's license and vehicle fitness to be suspended
Image: Sathyam Online

The Motor Vehicle Department announced action following a private bus hitting a pedestrian at Kottayam Chanthakaval. The driver of the bus, identified as Atul Biju, has been taken into police custody. Authorities found that the accident was caused by excessive speed and worn-out tires. The department stated that the driver's license and the vehicle's fitness certificate will be suspended.

Originally reported by Sathyam Online Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story. Also reported by: Kerala Online News
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