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Three From Family Killed in Ballari Highway Crash, Two Critical

Police cite overspeeding and possible driver drowsiness as the initial cause.

Overview

  • The crash occurred around 5 a.m. on the BallariSiruguppa State Highway near Devinagar Camp when the car struck a roadside barrier and overturned.
  • The deceased were identified as Prasad Rao of Nitturu village and two women traveling with him, according to the report.
  • Two other family members were taken to Vijayanagara Institute of Medical Sciences in Ballari, where doctors described their condition as critical.
  • Police said the family was returning from a temple visit in Tamil Nadu; a case has been registered at the Siruguppa police station and the investigation is underway.
  • The collision is the latest in a series of recent fatal road incidents in Karnataka linked to pilgrimages and speeding, including crashes reported on October 7 and November 24.