Crimes

10 killed, 15 injured as underaged driver rams truck into vehicles

10 persons lost their lives while 15 others were injured in an accident involving seven vehicles on Jos-Bauchi highway, Plateau State.

The accident which occurred on Thursday involved a truck and six other vehicles.

The incident was confirmed by the Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC), Plateau State, Alphonsus Godwin.

Godwin said an underaged truck driver lost control of the vehicle when it developed a mechanical fault.

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“The truck rammed into several vehicles, causing multiple accidents on the highway, ten persons lost their lives on the spot while fifteen others sustained fatal injuries.

”Those who sustained injuries were admitted at Toro Medical Centre, while the remains of those who died were deposited at the Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos.

“The accident caused heavy gridlock to motorists coming in and out of Jos, but our officers were on top of the situation to clear the highway,” he added.

Godwin, however, advised truck owners to ensure proper maintenance of their vehicles, monitor their drivers, and stop engaging underage persons as drivers.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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