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FRSC returns recovered local, foreign currencies to accident victim

The victim of the lone accident, Judy Membu, was on phone while driving when the accident happened.

• March 14, 2023
FRSC officer returning local and foreign currencies, other valuables recovered at an accident scene in Abuja
FRSC officer returning local and foreign currencies, other valuables recovered at an accident scene in Abuja

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has returned local and foreign currencies, as well as other valuables recovered at an accident scene in Abuja, to the owner, Judy Membu.

The accident occurred at Wuye junction along Berger-Area One expressway Abuja.

The FCT sector Commander, Danlami Abdul, said on Tuesday in Abuja that the lone accident occurred while the woman was on phone while driving.

He said that FRSC operatives from Zone 7, were at alert when the accident happened and quickly moved to the scene.

“The woman involved was rushed to hospital for treatment.

“Items recovered were 20 British pounds, five euros, one Egyptian pound, N905 local currency, United Kingdom valid drivers licence and 12 foreign ATM cards.

“The items were returned to her by the Sector Head, Operations, Mr Adewale Ameen,” he said.

The FRSC boss appealed to motorists to avoid speeding, use of phone while driving, and always abide by traffic rules and regulations.

Mr Abdul assured that the FRSC was fully prepared to promptly deploy personnel and logistics during emergencies in the FCT.

(NAN)

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