Construction Worker Dies in Pickup Van-Two-Wheeler Collision Near Mettupalayam

A tragic accident near Annur in Coimbatore district claimed the life of Rasool, a construction worker, when a pickup van collided with his two-wheeler. CCTV footage of the incident has caused a stir.


Coimbatore: A fatal accident occurred near Mettupalayam when a pickup van collided with a two-wheeler, resulting in the death of a construction worker named Rasool. The incident, which was captured on CCTV, has shocked the local community.

Rasool, a construction worker residing on Avinashi Road in Annur, Coimbatore district, was traveling on his two-wheeler towards Mettupalayam. In the Jeeva Nagar area of Annur, a pickup van carrying logs collided with Rasool's vehicle.



The impact of the collision threw Rasool onto the road, while the pickup van overturned in the middle of the road. Severely injured, Rasool was immediately rushed to the Coimbatore Government Hospital. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries.

The CCTV footage of the accident has emerged, causing widespread shock and concern. The Annur Police have registered a case under two sections against Harikumar, the driver of the pickup van, and investigations are underway.

This incident has deeply affected the local community, prompting calls for intensified road safety measures in the area.

From kolams to Silambam: Harvest Fiesta lights up VIBGYOR High, Coimbatore

VIBGYOR High Coimbatore celebrated Harvest Fiesta 2026 with a vibrant Pongal event featuring traditional décor, cultural...

Kumaraguru’s Team ReNew secures historic podium at Shell Eco-Marathon 2026 Qatar

Team ReNew from Kumaraguru Institutions secured third place at the Shell Eco-Marathon Asia Pacific 2026 in Qatar, becomi...

Duty-free trade pact with EU a historic boost for Indian textiles: Texprocil

Texprocil Vice Chairman Ravi Sam said the duty-free trade agreement between India and the European Union is historic, re...

AJK College Hosts Workshop on Building Resilient Systems

The Department of Computer Science with Data Analytics at AJK College of Arts and Science conducted a workshop on "Build...

Construction worker sentenced to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting 9-year-old girl

A 50-year-old construction worker from Kangeyam, Tirupur district, was sentenced to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment fo...

Bomb Threat Email Sent to Coimbatore International Airport, Confirmed as Hoax

An unknown person sent a bomb threat email to Coimbatore International Airport on Tuesday night. CISF's Bomb Detection a...