<p>Mangaluru: Commissioner of Police Sudheer Kumar Reddy stated that 75 road accident-related deaths have occurred in this year (Jan to June) within the Mangaluru Commissionerate limits, of which 70 were caused by rash and negligent driving.</p><p>A majority of the victims were between 25 and 30 years of age. The Commissioner urged parents to ensure their children drive responsibly before handing over vehicles to them. “When rash and negligent driving occurs, even the police are often unable to stop the vehicle due to the risk of accidents. We must prioritise safety and protect our lives by driving cautiously,” he said.</p>.Five killed in bus-lorry crash near Karnataka's Hoskote.<p>Four fatalities in this year were attributed to drunk driving. The Commissioner appealed to motorists not to drive under the influence of alcohol and to strictly follow traffic rules. “It is the dependents who suffer the most after the loss of a family member,” he added.</p><p>Speaking about the accident at Jeppinamogaru in the early hours of June 18, the Commissioner confirmed that it was caused by drunk driving and overspeeding. In the incident, Aman Rao (22), who was driving the car, and passenger Om Shree (24) lost their lives, while two others sustained injuries. Rao reportedly lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the median on the National Highway 66 at Jeppinamogaru.</p><p>The investigation revealed that the driver was under the influence of alcohol and was overspeeding. If a person is caught driving under the influence, a case is booked under Section 185 of the Indian Motor Vehicles (IMV) Act, with a penalty of Rs 10,000. Overspeeding, which also contributes to accidents, carries a fine of Rs 1,000 for light motor vehicles and Rs 2,000 for heavy vehicles under Section 183 of the IMV Act, a release from the Mangaluru City Police stated.</p><p><strong>Warning on social media posts</strong></p><p>Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy also warned against making social media posts related to ongoing police investigations.</p><p>“Recently, we have noticed individuals posting comments on who should or should not be arrested after a case is registered. Investigations are conducted by the police based on evidence. Without evidence, we cannot arrest anyone,” he emphasised.</p><p>“If anyone has valid evidence, they are welcome to visit the police station or my office. We will examine it. Conducting a parallel investigation on social media is also an offence,” he warned, urging citizens to act responsibly.</p>
<p>Mangaluru: Commissioner of Police Sudheer Kumar Reddy stated that 75 road accident-related deaths have occurred in this year (Jan to June) within the Mangaluru Commissionerate limits, of which 70 were caused by rash and negligent driving.</p><p>A majority of the victims were between 25 and 30 years of age. The Commissioner urged parents to ensure their children drive responsibly before handing over vehicles to them. “When rash and negligent driving occurs, even the police are often unable to stop the vehicle due to the risk of accidents. We must prioritise safety and protect our lives by driving cautiously,” he said.</p>.Five killed in bus-lorry crash near Karnataka's Hoskote.<p>Four fatalities in this year were attributed to drunk driving. The Commissioner appealed to motorists not to drive under the influence of alcohol and to strictly follow traffic rules. “It is the dependents who suffer the most after the loss of a family member,” he added.</p><p>Speaking about the accident at Jeppinamogaru in the early hours of June 18, the Commissioner confirmed that it was caused by drunk driving and overspeeding. In the incident, Aman Rao (22), who was driving the car, and passenger Om Shree (24) lost their lives, while two others sustained injuries. Rao reportedly lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the median on the National Highway 66 at Jeppinamogaru.</p><p>The investigation revealed that the driver was under the influence of alcohol and was overspeeding. If a person is caught driving under the influence, a case is booked under Section 185 of the Indian Motor Vehicles (IMV) Act, with a penalty of Rs 10,000. Overspeeding, which also contributes to accidents, carries a fine of Rs 1,000 for light motor vehicles and Rs 2,000 for heavy vehicles under Section 183 of the IMV Act, a release from the Mangaluru City Police stated.</p><p><strong>Warning on social media posts</strong></p><p>Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy also warned against making social media posts related to ongoing police investigations.</p><p>“Recently, we have noticed individuals posting comments on who should or should not be arrested after a case is registered. Investigations are conducted by the police based on evidence. Without evidence, we cannot arrest anyone,” he emphasised.</p><p>“If anyone has valid evidence, they are welcome to visit the police station or my office. We will examine it. Conducting a parallel investigation on social media is also an offence,” he warned, urging citizens to act responsibly.</p>