News Today: Driver with Fake License in Fatal KDU Bus Accident on Dunhinda Road

A tragic accident occurred on Dunhinda Road, Badulla, involving a bus from General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) Southern Campus. The bus, carrying KDU students, tragically toppled, resulting in the death of two female students and injuries to 40 others. Following an investigation, authorities revealed that the driver held a fake license, which had been suspended three months prior. The driver reportedly obtained a temporary license by submitting forged documents.

This incident is not the driver’s first offense; he allegedly committed a hit-and-run involving a motorcyclist on August 5 in Akmimana, leading to a five-month suspension of his license. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Wasantha Kandewatta, in charge of Badulla, stated that further investigations are ongoing, with authorities awaiting the government analyst’s report to determine the cause of the accident—whether due to reckless driving or a mechanical issue with the bus.

The accident emphasizes the critical need for stringent background checks on drivers operating public transport, especially in institutions like KDU, ensuring student safety is prioritized. Such incidents raise pressing concerns on road safety regulations and the accountability of drivers holding fake license