Key Highlights
- Gokul, 23, the lorry driver N.
- Suresh, 36, a native of Ariyalur, was returning from a cement-making unit in Salem after delivering a consignment of cement mixture.
- He noticed smoke emanating from the bonnet of the vehicle, and before he could get down from the driver’s seat, the fire engulfed the entire front portion of the vehicle.
- In the impact, Suresh sustained burn injuries, whereas helper Gokul managed to jump off the vehicle.
- Passersby and other motorists rushed in immediately to rescue the duo.
