According to Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) a tragic road traffic incident that occurred earlier today Tuesday along the Third Mainland Bridge, precisely at the Ilaje inward Iyana Oworo axis claimed a woman’s life while her 30-years-old daughter survived.
LASTMA official reported that the harrowing incident involved a catastrophic head-on collision between two Toyota Sienna vehicles (LSR 809 GV and LSR 695 HM), adding that the severity of the impact underscores the grave consequences of reckless driving behaviours, particularly excessive speeding.
“The remains of the deceased have been evacuated by security operatives, while LASTMA officials, in synergy with other relevant agencies, maintained a vigilant presence to ensure efficient traffic management and prevent any secondary incidents.
“In the aftermath of the crash, one of the drivers absconded from the scene. However, the second driver was promptly apprehended by LASTMA personnel and subsequently handed over to the police to facilitate thorough investigation and possible prosecution in accordance with the law,” the official stated.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has once again issued a stern admonition to all motorists to eschew reckless driving, particularly over speeding, which remains a predominant cause of fatal road accidents.
He further urged drivers to exercise heightened caution, adhere strictly to prescribed speed limits and uphold the highest standards of road discipline at all times.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority remains unwavering in its commitment to the preservation of lives and the maintenance of orderly traffic flow across the State.
