The people of Vellayamkudi near Kattappana in Idukki district were baffled to find a bike stuck vertically inside the enclosure of a KSEB transformer on Friday.

Those who witnessed the accident that landed it there claimed that the rider was visibly unhurt and fled the scene.

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Later, it emerged from CCTV footage that a speeding bike lost control and bounced over the enclosure that was at least 1.5m high.

The rider, who appeared to be a youngster, had skidded on the tarmac and seemed to have not suffered any serious injuries.

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According to locals, the rider left the scene with friends who were on other bikes.

The power supply had been disconnected by the KSEB and the bike was removed with a JCB. The police are searching for the biker.

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