55-year-old man killed as judge’s minor son rams luxury car into scooter in Kochi

KOCHI: A 55-year-old man was killed after a luxury car driven by a 17-year-old minor rammed into his scooter at Cheranalloor in Kochi early in the morning, officials said on Sunday.According to news agency ANI, the deceased has been identified as Jayabalakrishnan, a native of Manjali.Police said the car rammed into the rear of his scooter, killing him on the spot.The minor is the son of an additional district judge, and the car is registered in the judge's name.Following the incident, the teenager was taken into police custody.Police have registered a case against the teenager for reckless driving and causing death by negligence.According to the preliminary police report, he was not under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.His blood samples have been collected for further analysis.Further details are awaited.(With agency inputs)You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kochi | Silver Rate in Kochi | Bank Holidays in Kochi | Public Holidays in KochiStay updated with the latest Kochi news. Download the TOI App.