Young Doctor Dies in Mysterious Canal Crash
Kottyam: A tragic accident claimed the life of a 33-year-old doctor after his car plunged into a canal at Thottukadavu in Vaikom on Friday morning.
The deceased has been identified as Dr Amal Suraj, a native of Ottapalam in Palakkad district, who was working at a private hospital in Kottarakkara, Kollam, according to a recent PTI report.
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The body has been shifted to the Government Hospital in Vaikom for post-mortem. Police have launched an investigation into the incident, officials said, reports the Metro Vartha.
Investigators claimed the accident occurred in the early hours of the morning, likely going unnoticed in the darkness.
Speaking to Onmanorama, the Police confirmed his identity based on the vehicle’s registration details. Initial investigation suggests that the accident may have occurred while he was travelling to Ottappalam from Kottarakkara. Police are examining CCTV footage from the route to determine the exact sequence of events.
Authorities suspect that the doctor may have either dozed off while driving or taken a wrong turn, possibly after being misdirected by Google Maps.
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With a keen interest in storytelling and a dedication to uncovering facts, Rumela De Sarkar joined Medical Dialogues as a Correspondent in 2024. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of North Bengal. Rumela covers a wide range of healthcare topics, including medical news, policy updates, and developments related to doctors, hospitals, and medical education
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