Haveri (Karnataka): Three people were killed on the spot when a mini-truck collided with a stationary tractor-trailer on National Highway 48 near Kakola in Ranebennur taluk of Haveri district, police said on Friday.

Ranebennur Police confirmed that 20 others were injured in the accident and have been admitted to Ranebennur Taluk Hospital for treatment.

The deceased have been identified as 65-year-old Chamanasab Kerimattihalli, 65-year-old Mabusab Doddagubbi, and 70-year-old Ningamma Jigaler, all residents of Malebennur in Davangere district. Police said the victims were returning home after attending a wedding procession when the tragedy occurred.

A team from Ranebennur Rural Police reached the site immediately after receiving information and ensured that the injured were transported to the hospital. Further details about the incident are awaited.