A 57-year-old mason was mowed down by a BMTC electric bus in west Bengaluru’s Jnanabharathi on Thursday, police said.The deceased has been identified as K. Raju, a resident of Ullal. The police have arrested the bus driver identified as Sachin, 25. The incident unfolded around 7.40 p.m. when Raju was returning home from work, according to the police.“Raju was walking near the Manganahalli cross where the BMTC bus was taking a right turn. The driver didn’t notice Raju and moved recklessly, which led to the incident,” an officer investigating the case said. The rear wheel ran over Raju, leading to spot death. The police have registered a rash and negligent driving case and have launched an investigation. Published - June 19, 2026 07:45 pm IST