The Jigawa State Police Command has announced the lone fatal car accident that occurred at Tage village Kafin Hausa LGA on December 9, 2024, at approximately 1530 HRS.
The accident occurred on golf 3 wagon with reg no. GML 842 XA JGS driven by an unidentified driver, coming from Hadejia town for Makera village Kafin Hausa LGA conveying fifteen (15) passengers.
DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, Police Public Relations Officer, Jigawa state Police Command, Dutse made this known in a statement issued on Tuesday.
He explained that when the driver arrived at Tage bridge, which had been damaged during the previous rainy season, he applied a sudden break at high speed, causing him to lose control, the vehicle somersaulted, and fell inside the bridge.
The PPRO noted that following receipt of the ominous report, a team of police officers led by DPO Bulangu Division arrived on the scene, evacuated the victims, and conveyed them to Hadejia General Hospital.
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He added that unfortunately, fourteen (14) passengers were confirmed dead by a medical doctor on call, including eight (8) females, two (2) men, and four (4) young men, while the driver is still alive but unconscious.
He was admitted and is responding to treatment, explaining that the case is currently being investigated.
The Police Public Relations Officer pointed out that, “In addition to offering condolences to the surviving family, the Jigawa State Commissioner of Police CP AT Abdullahi prays for the innocent souls of the deceased to rest in peace.
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“As a result, he warns motorists, particularly commercial drivers, to avoid driving at high speeds, carrying an overload of people and goods, and using hard drugs while driving.
“The command, in collaboration with other security agencies, will arrest any erring drivers whose actions result in the death of innocent citizens and damage to their property.” He further stated
