Teen Speed Thrills Turn to Tunnel Trauma

A teenager, allegedly driving a Mercedes, caused an accident inside South Mumbai's Coastal Road tunnel, injuring three family members. The police registered a case against a businessman, his granddaughter, and the young driver. Recklessness and loss of control were identified as key factors in the crash.

A 17-year-old allegedly behind the wheel of a speeding Mercedes caused a serious accident inside the South Mumbai Coastal Road tunnel, injuring three family members, police reported on Monday.

The accident occurred early Sunday when the luxury car rammed into another vehicle from behind and then hit a second car. The injured include a senior citizen woman.

Authorities have charged the Mercedes owner, a businessman from the Agripada area, along with his 18-year-old granddaughter and the teenage driver, after uncovering that the young boy lost control inside the tunnel.

(With inputs from agencies.)