Chittoor: Five Die in Palamaneru Highway Car–Lorry Crash

A fatal road accident on the Palamaneru highway in Chittoor district claimed five lives after a car rammed into a stationary lorry from behind. The accident occurred while the occupants of the car were travelling towards Tirumala for the darshan of Lord Venkateswara.

Police reached the spot soon after the incident and began initial procedures at the accident site. The collision resulted in severe damage to the car and left all occupants dead.

Car Collides With Stationary Lorry

Preliminary information indicates that the car hit the rear side of a lorry that had been halted on the highway. The impact of the crash was strong, leading to immediate fatalities inside the vehicle.

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Authorities confirmed that five people died in the accident. Among the deceased were two men and three women who were travelling together in the car.

The force of the collision left the vehicle badly damaged, making rescue operations difficult at the scene.

Victims Identified as Bengaluru Residents

Police later identified the victims as residents of Rajaji Nagar in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The group was reportedly travelling to Tirumala to have darshan of Lord Venkateswara when the accident occurred.

Officials have begun the process of documenting the case and handling procedures related to the accident.

Police Inform Families of Victims

Police personnel informed the relatives of the deceased about the incident. Further formalities, including identification and related procedures, are being carried out.

The accident once again highlights safety concerns on highway stretches where stationary vehicles pose risks to approaching traffic, particularly during night travel or low visibility conditions.

Authorities are continuing with their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.