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Techie's Tragic End Due to Dangling Cable in Bengaluru

CosmicTaco · 2025-01-28T15:43:35.197908+05:30

- A 23-year-old techie in Bengaluru died after his scooter got caught in a low-hanging optical fibre cable, causing him to fall under a BMTC bus. - The bus driver has been arrested and released on bail, while an investigation is underway to identify the responsible cable company. - Residents highlight ongoing dangers from overhead cables, citing poor accountability and recurring safety hazards. Source: [Times of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bengaluru/dangling-overhead-cable-claims-motorists-life-in-bengaluru-locals-seek-action/articleshow/117611496.cms)

A 23-year-old techie in Bengaluru died after his scooter got caught in a low-hanging optical fibre cable, causing him to fall under a BMTC bus.
The bus driver has been arrested and released on bail, while an investigation is underway to identify the responsible cable company.
Residents highlight ongoing dangers from overhead cables, citing poor accountability and recurring safety hazards.

Source: Times of India