MULTIPLE ACCIDENT: LASTMA RESCUES 3 ACCIDENT VICTIMS AT ANTHONY, LAGOS | Cliptv Online

Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) today rescued 3 accident victims in a multiple accident at Anthony inward Obanikoro area of Lagos.

Lastma Lawal Hammed Babatunde ‘Eagle Bravo’ (Zone 11 Anthony) who led the rescue team confirmed that the multiple accident involved a 40ft container, 2 Toyota Camry cars (KRD 432 JA & APP 43 HN) and a tipper loaded with sand (T 17001LA).

Lastma Babatunde confirmed further that those 3 rescued accident victims were trapped under the 40ft container.

According to preliminary investigation, the 40ft container truck while on a top speed collided with 3 other vehicles including a tipper fully loaded with sand as a result of brake failure.

He disclosed further that those 3 rescued accident victims were immediately taken to nearby Hospital by members of their families.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Bolaji Oreagba cautioned motoring public to always ensure that there vehicle are in good condition
before embarking on any journey both withing and outside Lagos.

Police men from Ilupeju Police Command supported Lastma officials during the rescue operations.

Adebayo Taofiq
Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment department of LASTMA.