FRSC confirms one dead in Abia crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps has confirmed the death of one person in a lone crash on the Umuahia-Bende Road, Abia.
The sector commander, Ngozi Ezeoma, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.
Ms Ezeoma said the crash occurred on Sunday at the Ahiaeke axis of the road, leaving eight others with varying degrees of injury.
She said the crash involved a vehicle belonging to the Abia Joint Task Force (Operation Crush) carrying its personnel.
“The fatal crash happened on Sunday night at Ahiaeke junction along the Umuahia-Bende Road. The vehicle veered off the road and fell into a ditch due to brake failure.
“Before FRSC arrived at the scene, the police had already moved the victims to the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia, for treatment.
“The eight officers rescued are receiving medical attention at the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia, while the deceased has been taken to the morgue,” said the statement.
According to the FRSC, preliminary reports indicate that brake failure caused the crash.
The sector commander urged motorists to exercise caution, emphasising the importance of avoiding speeding and drunk driving.
She also advised vehicle owners to check and maintain their brakes regularly before travelling to prevent avoidable accidents.
(NAN)
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