Investigation Launched into Fatal Motor Accident in Benin City
The Edo State Police are investigating a fatal accident in Benin City that killed a 2-year-old girl. The accident occurred on March 12, 2025, when a bus, trying to evade arrest, collided with pedestrians. The girl’s mother is hospitalized, and police are working to apprehend the driver who fled the scene.
The Edo State Police Command has initiated a comprehensive investigation following a tragic motor accident that resulted in the death of a 2-year-old girl in Benin City. The accident occurred on March 12, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m. when a white Vannette bus attempted to evade arrest, colliding with pedestrians. As reported, the young victim’s mother is currently receiving medical attention in an undisclosed hospital.
Moses Yamu, the Public Relations Officer for the command, indicated that the incident transpired at the Ring Road area as a result of a confrontation between the bus driver and officials from the Edo State Public Safety Response. Tragically, the toddler lost her life, and her mother was injured but survived. Yamu detailed that a member of the response team, allegedly involved in the scuffle that led to the accident, was rescued from a potential mob attack and taken into custody.
Efforts are underway to apprehend the bus driver who fled the scene post-accident. Yamu noted that the police arrived promptly to manage the aftermath of the incident, and necessary evidence was collected to determine the cause of the accident. In light of the situation, Commissioner of Police Betty Enekpen Isokpan has urged motorists to adhere strictly to traffic regulations.
Reports have surfaced suggesting that the incident was triggered by a struggle for control of the vehicle between the task force personnel and the bus driver. Witness accounts detail a scenario where the officials attempted to apprehend the driver for a purported traffic violation. Amidst the confusion, the driver lost control of the vehicle, resulting in the unfortunate collision with the child, whose mother narrowly escaped injury.
The investigation into the tragic death of the 2-year-old girl in Benin City underscores the serious implications of traffic safety and enforcement interactions. The Edo State Police are actively pursuing the driver responsible for the accident as inquiries continue regarding the involvement of Public Safety Response personnel. This incident highlights the critical need for adherence to traffic laws and safety protocols to protect both users and pedestrians.
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