Crime & Law · India
Kochi Mini Cooper Crash Kills Three Students, Sparks Outrage
A Mini Cooper car crashed in Kochi, killing three students. The incident led to outrage after reports emerged that the driver, described as a "VIP brat," allegedly told people at the scene that his father would "handle it." The FIR initially listed an unknown accused, and the teen driver reportedly made the "father will handle it" remark. Kerala's minister vowed strict action against bars serving alcohol to individuals under 23 and assured no interference in the probe, stating the accused would face maximum punishment. The News Minute reported allegations, legal charges, and family suspicions, while The Indian Express noted the minister's vow against bars serving those under 23.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (3): The Hindu, The News Minute, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (7): Business Today, Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Mathrubhumi English, The Indian Express, The New Indian Express, The Statesman
- Right (4): India Today, Republic World, The Commune, Times Now