Four killed, four injured in head-on car collision in Tumakuru

Tumakuru: Four people were killed and four others injured after two cars collided head-on near Godekere Gate in Chikkanayakanahalli taluk of Tumakuru district. The accident occurred when a Volkswagen car reportedly collided with a Kia Sonet while attempting to overtake another vehicle.

The impact was severe, killing two occupants of each car on the spot. The deceased have been identified as Anaam, 3, and Davud Pasha, 38, from Turuvekere, and Anil, 32, and Vivek, 31, from Chikkanayakanahalli.

Four others, identified as Yasminathab, 21, Seema, 64, Asma, 38, and another Anil, sustained injuries in the crash. They were shifted to the Chikkanayakanahalli Government Hospital for treatment. Their condition was not immediately known.

According to preliminary information, the Volkswagen was travelling from Chikkanayakanahalli towards Turuvekere and had three occupants. The Kia Sonet was travelling in the opposite direction from Turuvekere towards Chikkanayakanahalli with five people on board.

Police suspect the Volkswagen was attempting to overtake when it collided with the oncoming Kia Sonet. The force of the collision left both vehicles badly damaged.

A case is expected to be registered and police are investigating the exact circumstances leading to the accident. The identities of all those involved and other details are being verified.