17th July, 2022
By Ige Adekunle
A passer-by died on Sunday in a multiple accident that involved three vehicles at the toll gate on Lagos-Abeokuta expressway.
Mr. Ahmed Umar, the Sector Commander, of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun Command, disclosed this to newsmen in Ota.
Five others were unhurt in the accident, which occurred at about 10.10 p.m. on Saturday.
Umar explained that the accident involved three vehicles, which include a Toyota Camry marked AKD 670 HF, a Pickup TATA and a truck, both without a registration number.
Six persons were involved in the crash, according to the sector commander.
“The corpse of the victim was deposited at the morgue of General Hospital, Ifo.
Umar attributed the unfortunate accident to mechanical deficiency, speeding, and brake failure of the truck. He said the truck rammed into two other vehicles, hitting the passer-by and plunged into the river.
Meanwhile, the FRSC Officer advised motorists to always get their vehicles in good condition before putting them on the highways.
He also cautioned them against excessive speed, which could lead to the loss of lives on the highways.
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