Two persons lost their lives while eight sustained varying degrees of injury in a ghastly motor accident in Upper-Iweka axis of Onitsha, Anambra state
The accident which occurred around 6.10pm involved a Mercedes Benz Tipper with registration number XA44NSK.
The DAILY VENDOR gathered that the driver of the tipper lost control of the vehicle after the brakes failed and in the process rammed into people including a young female lotto attendant, who together with another male victim were confirmed dead by doctors at Toronto Hospital.
The victims were reportedly rushed to the same hospital by the FRSC rescue team from Upper-Iweka Outpost.
Confirming the incident, Sector Public Education Officer, Federal Road Safety Corps, Pascal Anigbo blamed the crash on brake failure.
He said, “At about 6.10pm a fatal Road Traffic Crash was recorded in front of Peace Mass Transit Park Upper-Iweka axis, Onitsha. The crash which was caused by Brake Failure and Loss of Control involved a Mercedes Benz Tipper with registration number XA44NSK.
“A total of 10 victims (5 male adults and 5 female adults) were involved in the crash, while eight (3 males and 5 females) were injured.
“The Sector Commander Federal Road Safety Corps Anambra State, CC Andrew A. Kumapayi admonishes vehicle owners and drivers, especially articulated vehicles, to always ensure that there vehicles are checked and serviced regularly, including their braking systems, before embarking on any trip.
“He also advises drivers to always drive defensively, with maximum concentration. They should be very observant before overtaking other vehicles. He sends his condolences to the families of the dead and wishes the injured victims quick recovery.”
