John Tobin Thomas, 32, from Edakochi, was killed when the new Scorpio he and his friend was riding lost control after hitting a swamp near Bolgatty. John was thrown off the vehicle. The police who reached the spot immediately shifted John to General Hospital where he was declared brought dead. The vehicle, fresh from the showroom was not registered, said Mulavukkad police. The vehicle was going in the direction of Bolgatty from Cheranelloor. Driver, Larvin, 28, of Thoppumpady, who wore a seat belt escaped with minor injuries.
— Staff Reporter