According to police, the omni bus hit the brick-laden truck from behind.

The driver of the bus, M.Chandran (38) from Theni, and a passenger, R.Palaniammal (64), died on the spot.

Fourteen people have been injured in the accident and admitted at the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital.

The police have filed a case and investigation is underway.

Details are awaited.

Police said despite warning, drivers overspeed leading to the accidents.