THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A housewife, who was on her way to invite relatives for her son's marriage, was killed in an accident. The accident took place at around 3:30 p.m. near PRS Hospital in Karamana, Thiruvananthapuram. The deceased is Lekha (45), a native of Karimadom Colony, Chalai.

Lekha was travelling with her husband on a scooter when a tipper lorry hit the scooter. The accident took place while the two were going to Pallichal. The tipper lorry hit the scooter while trying to give way for an ambulance. Although she was rushed to the hospital, her life could not be saved. Lekha's husband Kumar sustained injuries and is undergoing treatment at PRS Hospital.

The marriage of Lekha's son is scheduled to take place on November 18. Lekha and Kumar have three children- Sunu, Anu and Anju.