Wed Oct 22 16:10:28 UTC 2025: Summary:

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in Tirunelveli, India, for fatally hitting and killing a 65-year-old man and his 6-year-old granddaughter while driving a car on the Tirunelveli – Kanniyakumari National Highway. The boy fled the scene but was later apprehended. His mother, who allowed him to drive without a valid license, has also been arrested and remanded in judicial custody. Police are warning parents against allowing minors to drive, as it can lead to serious accidents and legal consequences.

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Teen Driver Kills Grandfather and Granddaughter in Tirunelveli Hit-and-Run; Mother Arrested

TIRUNELVELI, INDIA – October 22, 2025 – A tragic accident on the Tirunelveli – Kanniyakumari National Highway has claimed the lives of a 65-year-old man and his 6-year-old granddaughter. A 16-year-old boy, driving a car, struck the victims’ motorbike on Monday, killing them instantly. The driver initially fled the scene.

Pazhavoor police launched an investigation and identified the minor suspect from NGO Colony in Palayamkottai. He was apprehended on Tuesday and is now being held at the Government Observation Home.

Adding to the severity of the case, the boy’s mother has also been arrested. Police investigations revealed that she knowingly allowed her underage son to operate the vehicle without a valid driver’s license. She has been remanded in judicial custody and is currently held at Kokkirakulam Women’s Jail.

Superintendent of Police N. Silambarasan issued a stern warning to parents, stating that those who allow their minor children to drive cars or ride bikes will face legal action. “This violation of the law can lead to fatal accidents, and both the minors and their parents will face serious consequences,” Silambarasan stated.

The incident has sparked outrage in the local community, highlighting the dangers of underage driving and parental negligence. Authorities are urging parents to be responsible and prevent their children from engaging in illegal and potentially deadly activities. The investigation remains ongoing.

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