By Kamil Opeyemi
A tragic multiple-motor accident on Saturday claimed the lives of three men in Abuja, while four others including two females and two males were rushed to the hospital for medical attention.
The FCT Police Command disclosed this in a statement by its spokesman SP Josephine Adeh, noting that the incident occurred around 12:30 pm in Dutse Baupma.
“Upon receiving a distress call from a concerned citizen near the Tipper Garage, our dedicated traffic personnel promptly responded and rushed the victims to Kubwa General Hospital for urgent medical attention,” she said.
“Regrettably, we confirm the loss of three precious lives, as confirmed by the attending doctor. The deceased have been identified as follows: Hosea Stephen, a 34-year-old male from EFAB Metropolis Estate, Karasana, Abuja; Muhammad Lawal, a 32-year-old male from Jere, Kaduna State; and Bashir Shaibu, a 25-year-old male, also from Jere, Kaduna State.
“Additionally, four individuals involved in the accident are currently receiving medical treatment at Kubwa General Hospital. They are Maria Ibeku, a 21-year-old female; Ebuka Eleodimuo, a 38-year-old male; Joy Adebayo, a 36-year-old female; and Bashir Haruna, a 25-year-old male. These individuals hail from Mbouko Village, Dutse, and Karasana Village in Abuja.”
Adeh added that four vehicles involved in the accident had been “safely secured at the police station”.
“They include a Black Toyota Camry with registration number YAB 355 AH, a Toyota Pilot (registration number unknown), a Truck (registration number unknown), and a Tricycle with registration number KUJ 571 VE,” she said.
According to her, a Toyota Jeep with registration number BWR 468 CD, believed to belong to a Department of State Security (DSS) officer, was taken from the scene by DSS personnel from Ushafa, Abuja.
“The driver of the vehicle has been identified as David C.Y Audu, a male resident of Ushafa,” Adeh added.
While registering its Our thoughts and condolences with the grieving families and loved ones of the victims, the police command urged the public to remain calm and patient during this period as the command conduct a thorough investigation into this unfortunate incident.
“We assure you that every effort is being made to ascertain the causes and circumstances surrounding the accident.
“The Commissioner of Police extends his deepest sympathies to the families, relatives, and loved ones of the deceased.
“We will continue to provide timely updates on any further developments related to this case,” Adeh added