One dies in Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway crash
By Kolawole Olayinka, Abeokuta
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun Command, on Sunday said that a passerby died in a multiple accident that involved three vehicles at Toll-Gate on Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.
The Sector Commander of FRSC, Mr Ahmed Umar, told newsmen in Ota, Ogun State that five others were unhurt in the accident which occurred at about 10.10 p.m. on Saturday night.
Umar explained that the accident involved three vehicles, which include Toyota camry marked AKD 670 HF, a Pick-up TATA and a truck, both without registration number.
The sector commander explained further that six persons were involved in the crash, which led to the death of the person (passerby).
The corpse of the victim has been deposited at the morgue of the General Hospital, Ifo, he said.
Umar attributed the accident to mechanical deficiency, speeding and brake failure of the truck.
He said the truck rammed into two other vehicles, hitting the passerby and plunged into the river.
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 that could lead to loss of lives
