A 66-year-old person died while a 15-year-old boy received minor injuries after reportedly being hit by a car near the five-road junction at Narsipatnam.
The car was allegedly being driven by a minor aged around 17-years. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon.
The deceased was identified as R Ayyannapatrudu (66), a retired government employee.
According to Narsipatnam (town) sub-inspector of police (traffic) Divakar, the minor reportedly stepped on the accelerator instead of brakes while driving the car, which led to the accident.
Narsipatnam town police registered a case. Following the incident, Narsipatnam traffic division police launched a special drive against minors driving vehicles. More details are yet to be ascertained regarding the special drive.
