IDUKKI: A youth met with a tragic end after slipping and falling into a gorge while bursting firecrackers as part of New Year celebrations. The incident occurred at Chathanpara between Puthedu and Kumbankanam on the Kanjar-Vagamon road.
The deceased has been identified as Abin (26), son of the Karinkunnam native late Mathew. The accident happened around 11:50 PM last night. Abin was travelling to Vagamon with three friends when he stopped at Chathanpara to enjoy the view. The accident happened while the friends were bursting firecrackers there.
The Fire Force team from Moolamattom rescued Abin and rushed him to a private hospital in Thodupuzha. However, he succumbed to his injuries this morning around 8 AM while undergoing treatment. Kanjar Police have taken necessary action regarding the incident.