Tragedy Strikes Babusapalya: Ninth Victim Recovered

A search and rescue operation uncovered a ninth victim from a building collapse in Babusapalya. Elumalai was identified as the deceased. Police arrested the building owner, his son, and the contractor following the collapse, which occurred amid heavy rainfall. Rescue teams continue efforts at the site.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bengaluru | Updated: 25-10-2024 12:21 IST | Created: 25-10-2024 11:54 IST
Tragedy Strikes Babusapalya: Ninth Victim Recovered
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A ninth victim has been discovered amid ongoing rescue operations at a collapsed building site in Babusapalya, bringing further tragedy to the area.

The building collapsed during intense rainfall, and rescue teams from the fire and emergency department, National Disaster Response Force, and State Disaster Response Force continue their efforts.

Police reported that Elumalai was the latest victim identified. In connection with the incident, authorities have detained the building owner, his son, and the contractor.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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