Fatal Private Bus Collision with Bike in Periyanayakanpalayam Captured on CCTV

A devastating incident where a private bus hit a bike in Periyanayakanpalayam, resulting in the death of Ashok Kumar and his child, has caused widespread outrage after the CCTV footage of the collision was released online.


Coimbatore: A heart-wrenching accident that occurred on February 9 near the gas company in Periyanayakanpalayam has come to light, causing widespread shock and sorrow across the community. Ashok Kumar, a municipal water supply worker from Koodalur, his wife Sushila, and their 3-year-old child were riding on a bike when they were struck by a speeding private bus, leading to the tragic loss of Ashok Kumar and his child.



The harrowing incident was captured on CCTV, and the footage, released online on February 14, shows the terrifying moment the private bus collides with the bike at high speed. The video has sparked outrage and brought attention to the dangers of reckless driving, especially by large vehicles like buses in residential and crowded areas.

The community is mourning the loss of the lives and calling for stricter enforcement of road safety regulations to prevent such tragic incidents in the future. The release of the CCTV footage has highlighted the urgent need for awareness and action on road safety measures.

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