Andhra Police Expand Investigation into Kurnool Bus Fire Tragedy
Key Details Emerge in Tragic Bus Incident
Andhra Pradesh police have intensified their investigation into last week's deadly bus fire in Kurnool, now searching for a potential third driver involved in the fatal collision. The accident occurred when a private bus struck a motorcycle, killing two individuals instantly and trapping multiple passengers in the resulting blaze.
Current Investigation Status
- Two individuals charged: Bus driver M. Lakshmaiah and owner Vemuri Vinod Kumar
- Second driver commended: Shiva Narayana assisted in passenger rescue operations
- Third driver sought: New evidence suggests additional personnel may have been involved
Kurnool DIG K Praveen described the collision scene to reporters: "When Shiva Shankar met with the accident, the bike fell near the divider. Shankar hit his head on the divider and died on the spot, while the pillion rider Yerri Swamy fell onto the divider."
Rescue Efforts and Ongoing Inquiry
Emergency crews worked for hours to extract survivors from the burned vehicle. Investigators are now examining:
- Bus maintenance records
- Driver shift logs
- Potential mechanical failures
Police urge anyone with information about the third driver to come forward as the investigation continues to develop.