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Missing Lorry Belonging to Native of Kannadikkal Found in River After 71 Days, Dead Body Discovered Inside

September 25, 2024 at 04:25:43 PM GMT+5:30

After 71 days of searching for a missing lorry belonging to Arjun, a native of Kannadikkal in Kozhikode, the vehicle has been found in the Gangavali River with a dead body inside. The lorry was retrieved during the third phase of the search, which involved dredging operations. The owner has confirmed that Arjun was driving the lorry at the time of the incident and authorities are working to confirm the identity of the body and bring the lorry to shore.

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Tragedy on the Gangavali River: Missing Lorry Found with Body Inside

On July 23, 2022, a massive landslide struck the Shiroor area in Kerala, India, causing extensive damage and taking the lives of several individuals. Among those missing was a lorry belonging to Arjun, a resident of Kannadikkal in Kozhikode.

After a grueling 71-day search operation involving dredging operations, the lorry was finally located on September 2, 2022, in the Gangavali River. Tragically, a body was found inside the vehicle.

Confirmation and Identification

The owner of the lorry, Arjun's father, has confirmed that his son was driving the vehicle at the time of the landslide. Authorities are currently working to identify the body found inside the lorry.

Dredging Operations

The third phase of the search operation involved dredging efforts to locate the sunken lorry. The operation was conducted by a team of divers and a specialized dredging vessel.

Background

The Gangavali River is known for its strong currents and steep banks, making it susceptible to landslides during heavy rainfall. In July 2022, the region experienced torrential downpours, triggering the landslide that swept away Arjun's lorry.

Top 5 FAQs and Answers

Q1: When was the lorry found? A: September 2, 2022

Q2: Who was driving the lorry? A: Arjun, a resident of Kannadikkal in Kozhikode

Q3: What type of search operation was conducted? A: Dredging operations using a specialized vessel and divers

Q4: Has the body been identified? A: No, authorities are still working to confirm the identity.

Q5: What caused the landslide? A: Heavy rainfall triggered the landslide that swept away the lorry.

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