7 persons killed in multi-vehicle collision near Bengaluru in Karnataka

Seven persons were killed in an accident involving multiple vehicles on the outskirts of Hoskote near Bengaluru early on February 13, police said.

The accident occurred near M. Satyavara village on the Hoskote–Dabaspete National Highway when an SUV travelling from Hoskote towards Devanahalli allegedly struck a motorcycle from behind.

According to police, the driver of the SUV allegedly lost control after the initial impact and crashed into a goods vehicle. Another car was drawn into the wreckage, resulting in a pile-up of multiple vehicles.

Six occupants of the SUV and the motorcycle rider died on the spot, police said.

The deceased are believed to be residents of Kothanur in Bengaluru, though their identities are yet to be confirmed.

The bodies have been shifted to the Hoskote Government Hospital for post-mortem examination, police said.

A case was registered, and investigation is underway, they added.