Man killed in firecracker blast at church festival in Kerala
Thrissur (Kerala), Jan 26 (PTI): A man was killed in a fireworks explosion during the annual festival held at St Xavier's Church in Thekkan Thanisseri here on Sunday.
The deceased has been identified as Francis Parekkadan, 54, a resident of Thanisseri, police said.
The incident occurred around 12.30 pm when a large firecracker exploded, causing him severe burn injuries.
Francis was rushed to a private hospital in Mala but was declared dead upon arrival.
A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway, they added.
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28-year-old youngster killed on spot after speeding jeep crashes into tree in Hassan
Hassan: A 28-year-old youngster was killed on the spot and three others grievously injured when the jeep they were traveling in rammed into a roadside tree near Malligevalu in Shankaranahalli of the taluk on Monday.
The deceased youth, identified as Nischit, was the son of Chandra, a teacher from Kongalli village in Arakalgud taluk. The injured Keerthi and Radhika were taken immediately to the Hassan District Hospital.
The vehicle, identified as a Thar jeep, was found to be completely damaged due to the impact of the collision. The accident is suspected to have occurred due to the excessively high speed of the vehicle.
Gorur Police have visited the accident site and held an inspection. Further investigation is underway.
