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Three students killed in high-speed collision in Kerala; driver detained
A speeding Mini Cooper struck a scooter in Nedumbassery, Ernakulam district, Kerala, killing three students in a late-night accident on October 11, 2026. Police have detained the car's driver, who allegedly admitted to driving under the influence.
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Three scooter-borne students were killed in a collision with a Mini Cooper traveling at approximately 120 kmph in Nedumbassery, Ernakulam district, in the early hours of October 11, 2026. The high-speed impact proved fatal for all three victims.
Police apprehended Suhail Sajeev, the driver of the Mini Cooper, in connection with the incident. During questioning, Sajeev reportedly admitted to consuming alcohol at the time of the accident. Preliminary investigations suggest excessive speed was a contributing factor to the collision.
The incident has raised questions about road safety protocols and the enforcement of traffic regulations on Kerala's highways. The Nedumbassery police have registered a case in connection with the deaths. Further investigations are underway to establish the complete sequence of events that led to the fatal accident.