Man dies, wife battling for life after being run over by truck at Anekal in Bengaluru
A tragic accident occurred in Anekal, Bengaluru, resulting in the death of a 40-year-old man and serious injuries to his wife. The couple was attempting to park their motorcycle when they were struck by a speeding truck. Witnesses reported that the motorcycle collided with a parked vehicle, causing them to fall into the path of the truck.
- ▪The deceased has been identified as Manjunath Reddy, aged 40.
- ▪His wife, Pratibha, aged 36, is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital.
- ▪The accident happened while the couple was trying to park their motorcycle on the roadside.
- ▪Witnesses reported that the couple lost balance after colliding with a parked motorcycle.
- ▪Local residents expressed concerns about the delayed ambulance response following the accident.
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A 40-year-old man was killed and his wife was injured after being run over by a speeding lorry when they were attempting to park their motorcycle on the roadside at Anekal in Bengaluru on June 2 morning.The deceased has been identified as Manjunath Reddy (40) of Harohalli near Huskur in Anekal taluk. His wife Pratibha (36) has been admitted to a private hospital at Bommasandra for advanced treatment.The accident occurred on Mirza Road near Apollo Medical Shop in Anekal town. The couple had come to Anekal to purchase agricultural medicines .According to police and witness accounts, the couple was on their motorcycle when a truck approached from behind. In an attempt to avoid the truck, Manjunath reportedly moved slightly to the left.
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