Man killed in Kochi as luxury car, allegedly driven by judge’s minor son, hits scooter
A 55-year-old man was killed in Kochi after his scooter was struck by a luxury car allegedly driven by the 17-year-old son of a senior judge. Police have taken the minor into custody and registered a case for rash driving.
Why it matters
The incident has sparked public concern regarding road safety, underage driving, and the potential for judicial influence in legal proceedings.
Man killed in Kochi as luxury car, allegedly driven by judge’s minor son, hits scooter left A scooter lies wrecked after being hit by a car on the Container Road at Cheranalloor, Ernakulam, early on October 25, 2026. The scooter rider was killed in the accident. R.K. Nithin R.K. Nithin https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/v8qozp/article71622753.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/80968_25_10_2026_10_54_19_2_23490258_9460_47AE_ADC3_AB8D5C67DF93.JPEG RK Nithin KOCHI;Kerala;25/10/2026: A scooter lies wrecked after being hit by a car on the Container Road at Cheranalloor, Ernakulam, early Sunday. The scooter rider was killed in the accident.| Photo Credit: R.K.Nithin Police have taken into custody the minor driver, reportedly the son of a senior judge; the police have registered a case against the driver on charges of rash driving and rash or negligent act that does not amount to culpable homicide KOCHI A 55-year-old man was killed after a luxury car, allegedly driven by a 17-year-old boy, rammed the scooter he was riding.
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