No fewer than two persons have died in an accident as a truck allegedly attempting to evade a task force collided in Ikorodu area of Lagos State.
A statement by the Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Mr. Adebayo Taofiq, stated that the incident occurred at Powerline by Cele Bus Stop, Ita-Oluwo, Ikorodu on Sunday.
The accident also led to two individuals also trapped in the wreckage. Although, they were later rescued.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the loaded container truck suffered a brake failure in his attempt to flee.
This mechanical failure triggered a catastrophic chain of events, including collisions with other vehicles and damage to nearby buildings.
According to Taofiq, all victims have been conveyed to the General Hospital, Ikorodu where they are currently receiving treatment.
LASTMA’s rapid and coordinated response, in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos Fire Service, and personnel from the Nigerian Army’s 174 Battalion, was instrumental in the rescue efforts.
LASTMA officials promptly cordoned off the accident site using caution tape to safeguard the public and facilitate the operations of emergency responders.
The General Manager of LASTMA expressed profound condolences to the families of the deceased and lauded the heroic efforts of the rescue teams.
He further extended his best wishes for a swift recovery to the injured survivors.
“Efforts to clear the accident scene are currently underway, with LASTMA officials working tirelessly to remove the trucks and restore seamless traffic flow in the affected area.”
The Agency reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to ensuring road safety and urged all road users to exercise caution and adhere strictly to traffic regulations to avert similar incidents in the future.