Haveri, April 1: A tragic accident occurred at the Haveri Central Bus Stand on Wednesday when a state-run bus veered off course and crashed into a crowd of passengers waiting on a platform. The incident resulted in the death of a two-year-old boy and left several others with varying degrees of injuries. The accident took place during a busy period at the transport hub. Witnesses reported that a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus suddenly lunged toward a designated waiting area instead of following the standard lane for arrival.

The vehicle climbed the platform, striking multiple people who were unable to move out of the way in time. Emergency services were called to the scene immediately, and the injured were rushed to a nearby government hospital for treatment. Authorities confirmed that a two-year-old boy died on the spot due to the impact. Karnataka Road Accident: 10 Killed As Bus Catches Fire After Collision With Lorry in Hiriyur Taluk of Chitradurga District (Watch Videos).

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Driver at Large

Preliminary reports suggest that the driver lost control of the vehicle as it approached the platform. Following the collision, the driver reportedly fled the scene, leaving the vehicle behind. Local police have cordoned off the area and seized the bus for technical inspection. A manhunt is currently underway to apprehend the driver, and officials are looking into whether the crash was caused by a mechanical failure or human error. Bengaluru Road Accident: 7 Killed in Chain Collision Involving Car, Bike and Canter on Hoskote-Dabaspete National Highway in Karnataka (Watch Video).

Investigation and Safety Concerns

The Haveri police have registered a case regarding the incident. Investigators are expected to review CCTV footage from the bus station to determine the exact sequence of events leading up to the crash.

The accident has raised concerns among regular commuters regarding safety protocols within the bus station. Local residents and passengers have called for stricter monitoring of vehicle movement in pedestrian-heavy zones to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Further updates are expected as the police investigation continues and the condition of the injured victims is monitored.

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