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By John Ogunsemore
The FCT Police Command has confirmed that one officer died and another severely injured in a tragic motor vehicle accident along Sani Abacha Expressway by the National Ecumenical Centre, Abuja on Wednesday.
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, SP Josephine Adeh confirmed this in a Thursday statement.
The incident occurred around 2:20 pm.
According to Adeh, preliminary investigation revealed that a mixer truck, driven by one Salman Usman of a construction company based in Wuse Zone 5, lost control and crashed at the location.
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“In the incident, two police officers on official duty were affected, resulting in the unfortunate loss of one of the officers, while the other sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical attention,” the statement reads in part.
The police spokesperson said this sad occurrence reflected the hazards and risks officers face daily in the course of protecting lives and ensuring smooth traffic management within the FCT.
She said the driver of the vehicle has been taken into custody, while other vehicles involved in the accident have been recovered for further investigation and safety inspection.
The Commissioner of Police FCT, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, extended heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased officer and prayed for the quick recovery of the injured personnel.
“We assure the public that the investigation will be thorough and justice will be served,” the statement further reads.
