Thrissur: The Transport Department has decided to cancel the registration and permit of the lorry that mowed down five people who were sleeping on the road at Nattika on Tuesday. Speaking to Manorama News, Transport Minister KB Ganesh Kumar stated that the vehicle’s registration has already been suspended, and further action will be taken to cancel it along with permit and the driver’s license.

“We have decided to cancel the vehicle's RC (Registration Certificate) and permit. Drunken driving led to the accident. The driver and cleaner were drunk throughout their journey from Kannur. The cleaner, who was behind the wheel, did not stop the vehicle even after crushing five people, including children, to death. The vehicle was blocked by locals at a spot 600 meters away from the accident scene,” said the minister. He added that the Transport Commissioner had submitted a report on the accident.

Acknowledging the severity of drunken driving during the night, the minister announced that night patrolling will be strengthened across the state starting next week.
The minister also stated that compensation for the bereaved families and the injured will be discussed in the next cabinet meeting.