One dies after boat overturns in Azheekkal

KOLLAM: One fisher died after a boat overturned at Azheekkal in Kollam. The fishing boat Diya which ventured into the sea overturned Tuesday morning.

One is missing and three swam to safety. The dead has been identified as Suthan, a native of Shrayicod.

The boat is owned by Asokan, a fisherman and a native of Alappad in Kollam. The boat overturned in the strong winds and waves. Ashokan is stated to be missing.

Dileesh, Kochu Kuttan and Sanathan who swam to safety are undergoing treatment tin Karunagapally taluk hospital.