CITIZENS COMPASS – A lone containerized truck with licence number, FST 887 XD, on Sunday, crushed a revenue collector to death along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, near New Garage inbound Lagos.
The tragic event which disrupted free flow of traffic reportedly occurred when the revenue collector was attempting to collect dues from the truck driver.
Personnel from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) swiftly responded to the scene, taking decisive action to manage the aftermath of the incident.
The remains were handed over to security personnel from the Adigboluje Police Division, who are coordinating with the family to facilitate the next line of action. The victim’s wife, upon hearing the shocking news, rushed to the scene of the accident.
The truck driver, overwhelmed by the severity of the accident, fled the scene in a bid to evade accountability.
LASTMA Officers promptly removed the obstructing cobtainerized vehicle, which had caused significant traffic congestion, and handed it over to the police for further comprehensive investigation.
Confirming the accident, LASTMA General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, expressing profound regret over the tragic incident.
Mr. Bakare-Oki however called for immediate action from transport union leaders, urging them to educate their members on the imperative of adopting safer methods when collecting dues, especially in high-risk areas like expressways.
“This harrowing incident starkly highlights the critical need for enhanced safety measures in revenue collection processes, particularly on busy thoroughfares,” stated Mr. Bakare-Oki.
“We convey our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased during this grievous time.”
“LASTMA remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the well-being of road users and alleviating traffic disruptions across Lagos. The agency assures the public of its continued collaboration with law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding this incident and to implement strategies aimed at preventing similar tragedies int he future.”
