The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, says an articulated vehicle killed a revenue collector attempting to collect dues from the driver.
This is contained in a statement by the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, on Sunday in Lagos.
Bakare-Oki said that the accident took place on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, near New Garage, inbound Lagos.
According to him, the articulated vehicle was marked FST 887 XD, adding that the driver fled the scene of the accident.
“The tragic event resulted in immediate death of a revenue collector who was attempting to collect dues from the truck driver.
“The victim was fatally struck while crossing the expressway, succumbing instantly to the severe impact.
“Personnel from LASTMA swiftly responded to the scene, taking decisive actions to manage the aftermath of the incident.
“The remains of the deceased were respectfully handed over to officers from the Adigboluje Police Division, who are coordinating with the family to facilitate the necessary formalities,” he said.
He added that LASTMA officers promptly removed the articulated vehicle, which had caused significant traffic congestion, and handed it over to the police for a comprehensive investigation.
LASTMA General Manager sympathised with the bereaved family, expressing regret over the tragic incident.
He urged transport unions to educate their members on safe methods of collecting dues, especially in high-risk areas such as expressways.
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