By The News Observer Desk,
Honnavar:
In the latest development on the horrific road accident near Gerusoppa-Sulemurki Cross in Honnavar taluk, police sources have revealed that the two victims are suspected to be residents of neighbouring Siddapur taluk.
The bodies of the deceased were completely charred in the intense fire that engulfed the car after it lost control, struck a tree, overturned into a ditch, and burst into flames late last night or early this morning.
Due to the severe burns, the remains are beyond visual recognition, and even the vehicle's number plate was destroyed, complicating initial identification efforts.
According to police sources, the actual identities of the victims will only be established after forensic DNA testing is conducted on the recovered remains.
Investigators are continuing to analyse nearby CCTV footage, mobile phone records, and other leads to confirm the victims' details and reconstruct the sequence of events.
In a horrific road accident, two individuals were burnt alive after their car overturned and burst into flames near Gerusoppa-Sulemurki Cross in Honnavar taluk, Uttara Kannada district.
The incident is believed to have occurred late last night or in the early hours of this morning. Preliminary reports suggest the car lost control, veered off the road, struck a tree, and then rolled into a ditch, overturning in the process. The impact apparently triggered a fire that rapidly engulfed the vehicle.
The intensity of the blaze was such that the car was completely gutted, reduced to a charred shell. The bodies of the two occupants were burnt beyond recognition, making immediate identification impossible. Even the vehicle's number plate was destroyed in the fire, leaving authorities without initial details about the car's registration or ownership.
Upon receiving information, personnel from Honnavar Police Station and the fire brigade rushed to the scene. Firefighters successfully extinguished the flames, but it was too late to save the occupants.
Police have launched an operation to identify the vehicle and the deceased. Investigators are examining nearby CCTV footage and other clues to piece together the circumstances of the crash and establish the victims' identities.
A case has been registered at Honnavar Police Station, and further investigation is underway.
This tragic incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers on the roads, particularly during late-night travel. Authorities urge drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits. More details are expected as the probe progresses.
This incident highlights growing concerns over road safety on this stretch of highway, known for sharp curves. Authorities have appealed to drivers to exercise extreme caution, especially during nighttime travel.
A case has been registered at Honnavar Police Station under relevant sections, and the probe is ongoing.
Reporting by Saikiran Babrekar
