Red sanders smugglers ram forest patrol vehicle during high-speed chase, four injured
During a high‑speed pursuit of red‑sanders smugglers in Karnataka, a forest‑department vehicle was struck by the suspects' vehicle, causing it to overturn. Four forest officials sustained injuries and were taken to hospital. Police said the chase began after the team spotted illegal timber transport, and the collision occurred near Western Ghats region, and authorities plan to file case against accused.