Trailer kills motorcyclist in Anambra
A trailer with a malfunctioning brake has reportedly killed a commercial motorcyclist at Amaokpala on Umunze-Ekwulobia Road, Anambra.
FRSC sector commander, Adeoye Irelewuyi, confirmed the incident in Awka on Wednesday.
Mr Irelewuyi said the accident could be attributed to brake failure.
“The accident involved a commercial Mercedes Benz tipper with reg. no. XA554AGU, a commercial Mack Trailer with reg. no. AKL876XP and the motorcycle.
“According to the eyewitness report, the brake of the trailer failed. It rammed into the tipper and motorcycle and crashed. Four male adults were involved in the crash, while one of them, the motorcyclist, was killed.
“His body was taken to the mortuary at Ajalli General Hospital in Ajalli by the FRSC rescue team,” he said.
While condoling with the family of the deceased, the FRSC commander urged motorists to ensure regular servicing of their vehicles before plying the road.
“Drive to save lives on our roads, especially during this festive period when roads are very busy,” Mr Irelewuyi said.
(NAN)
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