Five-year-old boy killed after tipper runs over him

Bengaluru: A five-year-old boy was killed after a tipper truck ran over him at Uttarahalli on Monday morning.The deceased, Bhavith, was riding pillion with his mother, Shubhalatha, who was taking him to school, when the accident occurred between 7.30 am and 7.45 am.Eight-month pregnant woman run over by tipper lorry on Bengaluru-Tumakuru highway, dies According to police, they were heading from Mysuru Road towards Uttarahalli Main Road when another two-wheeler collided with them, causing them to fall.Bhavith fell towards the left side of the road and was run over by a tipper truck coming from behind. He suffered critical injuries and died on the spot.The tipper driver reportedly stopped after the accident but fled the scene. A case has been registered at the Kengeri traffic police station, and efforts are underway to trace the driver.

Source: Deccan Herald