Kundapur, August 18, 2025 – A severe accident occurred around 3:00 PM today on the Haladi-Bidkal Katte state road near Bajaj Motor Service in Haladi, Kundapur taluk, Udupi district. A Maruti S-Cross car, driven by youths from Shirala Koppa, Shivamogga district, collided with a Bolero pickup goods vehicle, causing serious injuries to laborers standing at the rear of the pickup. The car was reportedly returning from Shri Brahmalingeshwara Temple in Maranakatte when the high-speed collision occurred.

Preliminary reports suggest the three youths in the Maruti S-Cross were under the influence of alcohol and driving recklessly, leading to the crash with the oncoming Bolero pickup. The impact caused severe injuries to the laborers, who were immediately rushed to Kundapur Government Hospital for treatment.

Sub-Inspector Hiregowda from Shankar Narayana Police Station visited the site and conducted an inspection. A case has been registered at the Shankar Narayana Police Station, and further details are awaited as the investigation continues.