ANAMBRA POLICE TAKES OVER THE SCENE OF A FATAL MOTOR ACCIDENT THAT CLAIMED THE LIVES OF SIX PERSONS IN ONITSHA TO FACILITATE INVESTIGATIONS

A tragic motor accident occurred on March 15, 2025, at 9 pm at the Upper Iweka axis of Onitsha, claiming the lives of six people and injuring several others.

The Anambra State Police Command has taken over the scene to ensure order and facilitate investigations. The Police Public Relations Officer SP Tochukwu Ikenga has confirmed the avoidable incident if drivers has always done the needful vehicle checks before plying the roads.

According to eyewitnesses, the accident happened when a truck lost control and rammed into pedestrians, two tricycles, and a commercial bus loaded with passengers.

The injured are currently receiving treatment in the hospital, while the deceased have been deposited in the morgue. Relatives of the victims have been contacted and informed about the incident.

The Police Command has condoled with the families and friends of the deceased, wishing the injured a quick recovery. They also caution drivers to always perform necessary checks before driving. SP Ikenga has said.