EKO HOT BLOG reports that a devastating accident occurred on Friday along the Okordia-Zarama axis of the East-West Road in Bayelsa State, resulting in the loss of three lives.
The incident, which took place in the afternoon just a few kilometers from the bustling Zarama Market, caused panic and chaos in the area.
Eyewitnesses reported that a green-colored Mercedes Benz SUV collided with a commercial tricycle, commonly known as a Keke Napep, bearing the registration number KMT346VP. Tragically, the collision resulted in the death of all three passengers aboard the tricycle.
The driver of the SUV, however, fled the scene immediately to avoid potential mob action from the onlookers and witnesses. The identities of the deceased individuals were revealed to be one male and two females, while another passenger was fortunate to be rescued but remained in critical condition.
Authorities at the scene, including police officers and officials from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), attributed the cause of the accident to overspeeding and a subsequent loss of control by the SUV driver. The impact of the collision left the tricycle completely crushed, intensifying the severity of the tragedy.
Fatal Accident in Bayelsa State
Following the incident, the injured individual was swiftly transported to the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital in Okolobiri for urgent medical attention. Meanwhile, the lifeless bodies of the deceased were taken to the Christian Gate Mortuary on Amassoma Road.
The tragic accident has once again highlighted the need for enhanced road safety measures and driver responsibility along the East-West Road. Local residents and community members have expressed their grief and concern over the recurring incidents of road accidents in the area, calling for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and improved infrastructure.
As investigations into the accident continue, authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution, adhere to speed limits, and prioritize the safety of themselves and others on the road.
The community is mourning the loss of three lives and hoping for the swift recovery of the injured passenger, as efforts are made to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.
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