Bhatkal: A road accident was reported on NH-66 near Murdeshwar railway station, where a Tata Zest car collided with the parked passenger tempo-407, which happened on 28th July, Friday evening, as a result of which two passengers were severely injured.
According to the sources, the passenger tempo departed from Honnavar. When the tempo driver stopped the tempo on National Highway 66 near the Murdeshwar railway station, a speeding Tata Zest car bumped the tempo from behind.
Both the passengers from tempo and the car were heading for Bhatkal from Honnavar. The accident has also caused major damage to the front side of the car.
Alerted of the accident, Murdeshwar PSI Bheem Singh L arrived along with his team and inspected the spot. Police have stated that the car was taken on rent from the Hescom department.
A case has been registered at Murdeshwar police station.