Police Give Update on Abuja Exposion: Six Dead, 14 Vehicles Burnt at Karu Bridge

• FCT Police confirm six fatalities and 14 vehicles destroyed in a fire following a Dangote truck crash at Karu Bridge.
• Emergency responders battled the blaze, but victims trapped in the inferno were later confirmed dead at Karu General Hospital.
• Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident, as police urge motorists to drive cautiously in high-traffic areas.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed that six people lost their lives and 14 vehicles were destroyed in a fire following a tragic accident at Karu Bridge, Abuja, on Wednesday night.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, described the incident as devastating, revealing that a Dangote truck carrying cement lost control and crashed into stationary vehicles caught in traffic.

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“At about 6:58 p.m. on March 19, 2025, a distress call was received at Karu Division reporting a horrifying scene. A Dangote trailer, heavily loaded with cement, lost control while approaching Karu Bridge from AYA and rammed into multiple vehicles, sparking a massive inferno,” Adeh stated.

Emergency responders battled intense flames and thick smoke to rescue trapped victims. Sadly, six individuals were rushed to the hospital but later confirmed dead. Their remains have been deposited at Karu General Hospital Morgue.

Fire service personnel, police operatives, and other security agencies successfully contained the fire, restoring normal traffic flow.

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The FCT Police Command extended condolences to the victims’ families and assured the public that investigations are ongoing to determine the cause and prevent future occurrences.

Residents are advised to exercise caution while driving, especially in high-traffic areas, and report emergencies via the following numbers: 08032003913, 08028940883, 07057337653. Complaint Response Unit: 08107314192.

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