Tragic Collision in Tiruttani: Lorry Hits State Bus

A severe accident in Tiruttani resulted in at least five fatalities when a tipper lorry collided with a state government bus. The collision severely damaged the bus and injured several passengers who were taken to a local hospital. The tipper's driver fled the scene post-accident.

A tragic accident occurred in Tiruttani, involving a state government bus and a tipper lorry, police reported on Friday.

The collision, which took place in the neighboring Tiruvalluvar district, resulted in the feared deaths of at least five passengers.

Several injured individuals were quickly transported to the Tiruttani Government Hospital. Authorities noted that the lorry's driver fled the scene, and an investigation is underway.

(With inputs from agencies.)