Reports indicate that a tragic accident has claimed the lives of at least 25 individuals in a series of car collisions at Ugwu Onyeama along the Enugu-Onitsha federal highway in Enugu State.
The incident involved a total of 10 vehicles, comprising both private and commercial vehicles, and took place near a Nigerian Army checkpoint.
An eyewitness account suggests that numerous vehicles had come to a halt at the checkpoint when a truck experienced brake failure, leading to a devastating collision with the stationary vehicles on the incline.
The impact resulted in multiple fatalities, with many individuals succumbing to their injuries at the scene, while others sustained serious injuries and have been rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Footage captured from the site of the tragedy reveals a grim scene, with bodies of victims strewn across the roadway. Several vehicles, including a petrol tanker truck, were observed submerged in a nearby ravine, while others were severely damaged beyond repair.
(View the video from the incident below.)
This heartbreaking event serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety measures and vigilance while traveling on highways
#Terrible Accident at Ugwu onyeama in Enugu .
— Real life (@Daykillusalltym) June 12, 2024
*NB* The Army Check point @ that axis continues to claim lives .
According to report More than 25 persons lost their life instantly and many rushed to the hospital. It was gathered that on the new exss lane ,a trailer failed break. pic.twitter.com/734oF7fmFG
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