Mangaluru, September 12, 2025: A lorry laden with wooden logs overturned on National Highway 66 near Ekkur, en route to Talapady, causing significant traffic disruption on this busy stretch. The accident occurred around 2:30 PM on Thursday, September 11, 2025, when the driver lost control of the vehicle, leading to the lorry toppling onto the road.

Fortunately, the driver escaped with minor injuries and was promptly attended to by passersby. No other casualties were reported. The mishap was attributed to overspeeding and reckless driving, as per initial police investigations. The scattered logs blocked both lanes, resulting in a traffic jam that lasted for over an hour until a crane cleared the obstruction.