Kochi: Two young siblings were killed after the scooter they were travelling on met with an accident on National Highway 66 near V K Padi in Malappuram around 6pm on Friday.
The deceased are Jismina Sulaiman P K, 25, and her brother Jibin Sulaiman P K, 19, of Manur, Ponmala. Tirurangadi Police said that an FIR was registered under Sections 281 and 106 (1) of BNS for causing death by negligence and rash driving. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kochi | Silver Rate in Kochi | Bank Holidays in Kochi | Public Holidays in Kochi Stay updated with the latest Kochi news.
The scooter crashed into a metal pole supporting a roadside signboard, according to police. Police said an investigation was on to identify the exact reason for the accident. Locals rushed the siblings, who sustained serious injuries, to a private hospital in Kottakkal. Download the TOI App.
As per the FIR, both succumbed to injuries by 8pm on Friday.