Thiruvananthapuram: A school van driver was killed and six staff members injured after the van rammed into a parked crane at Navaikulam here on Thursday. The driver was identified as Shaji, a native of Nagaroor and driver of MGM Model School, Ayiroor.

The Kallambalam police said the incident occurred around 11 am when the van, driven by Shaji, lost control and crashed into a crane parked on the road as part of ongoing roadworks.

Though Shaji was rushed to a nearby hospital, he soon succumbed to his injuries.

Police said six staff members, including teachers who were travelling in the van, sustained injuries and were admitted to nearby hospitals. Their condition was reported to be stable.

Police have started an investigation into the incident.