Conductor Arrested Over False Blame in Udupi School Bus Accident
By ETF Desk
A conductor from a local school bus was arrested yesterday in Udupi after being accused of falsely blaming a father in a fatal mishap involving a school vehicle.
The incident, which took place last week near Manipal, involved a school bus that collided with a private car, resulting in several injuries and the death of a child. The father, who was riding on the bus, was initially blamed by some witnesses, but police investigations revealed that the conductor had altered statements to shift responsibility away from the school authorities and vehicle maintenance issues.
The arrest has sparked outrage among parents and local residents, raising concerns about safety standards on school transport routes. Police have indicated that further inquiries will be carried out into the cause of the accident and whether additional legal action will be pursued against the school administration. Source: Google News – Udupi.