SOUTH
A motorist was killed at the scene of the accident after he was hit by former union minister Jyotiraditya's car at Pattanakadu near Alappuzha National Highway.
The deceased has been identified as Sasi (70) of Cherthala, Alappuzha. The MP was on his way to attend an award function in Alappuzha from Cochin International Airport.
The MP tweeted a condolence message and said he would visit the victim's family soon.
Devastated - sad loss of life - unfortunate accident betw Cochin-Allepy. Arranged for hospital immediately - on way to meet bereaved family!
— Jyotiraditya Scindia (@JM_Scindia) August 10, 2016