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Three killed in SUV-lorry collision near Vikravandi

A tragic road accident near Vikravandi has claimed three lives, while three other family members remain hospitalized with injuries. The collision between an SUV and a lorry has prompted authorities to launch an investigation.

LSN India · 18 October 2026

Three killed in SUV-lorry collision near Vikravandi

Three members of a family were killed in a vehicular collision near Vikravandi when their SUV struck a lorry, police said. The deceased have been identified as Thangabai, John Britto, and Evangeline, who succumbed to their injuries during treatment at a hospital.

Three other occupants of the SUV survived the impact and are currently receiving medical care. The survivors include Rajkumar, his wife Latha Christy, 30, and their elder daughter Jessihena, 10. All three are undergoing treatment for injuries sustained in the accident.

Authorities have registered a case in connection with the incident. Details regarding the exact cause of the collision and any potential negligence on either vehicle's part are still being investigated. The condition of the injured survivors is being monitored by medical staff.