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The occurrence took place on a Tuesday morning, whereby the operator of a Toyota Sienna purportedly attempted to evade capture subsequent to breaching traffic regulations.
According to reports, the official from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) encountered difficulties with the steering while attempting to apprehend the driver for a traffic violation at Okota Roundabout.
Regrettably, the driver experienced a loss of control, resulting in a collision between the car and a tricycle. This incident tragically resulted in the fatality of the trike driver and caused injuries to the passengers.
However, as stated by the Police spokesperson regarding the event, it was reported that two individuals tragically succumbed to their injuries, while two minors are currently undergoing medical care at the hospital.
"The aforementioned incident occurred when a motorist, attempting to evade the intervention of LASTMA officials who had apprehended him for violating traffic regulations by driving in the opposite direction, collided with a tricycle," the author stated on X.
Regrettably, it has been ascertained that two individuals have succumbed to their injuries, while two minors are presently undergoing medical care at a healthcare facility.
The law enforcement officer who was assigned to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) squad experienced a harsh assault and sustained serious injuries inflicted by a group of enraged individuals. The individual is currently in an unconscious state and is undergoing medical treatment at a healthcare facility.
According to Hundeyin, the expeditious deployment of police backup units to the location has successfully reinstated a condition of normalcy in the vicinity.
The individual further stated that an inquiry has been initiated into the matter.