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Senior cop to probe Nedumbassery accident; bars face licence suspension
Kerala's State Excise Commissioner has suspended licences of three bars in Ernakulam following investigations into a car accident in Nedumbassery. The action comes after the bars allegedly served alcohol to individuals below the legal age limit.
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The Aluva Deputy Superintendent of Police, Baiju Paulose, has been tasked with leading the investigation into the Nedumbassery car accident case. The development follows disciplinary action by the State Excise Commissioner, who suspended operating licences of three establishments across Ernakulam district.
The licence suspensions were issued on charges that the bars served liquor to patrons aged under 23 years. The action represents a coordinated response by law enforcement and excise authorities to address both the immediate incident and underlying regulatory violations.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about underage drinking and its connection to road safety incidents in Kerala. Authorities have intensified scrutiny of hospitality establishments' compliance with alcohol service regulations, particularly regarding age verification protocols.
Details regarding the specific circumstances of the Nedumbassery accident and the timeline for the investigation remain under review. The suspension of bar licences is expected to remain in effect pending completion of the inquiry and any necessary follow-up proceedings.