A passenger train heading to Abuja from Kaduna state has
crushed a motorist to death around Kubwa area of the federal capital territory
(FCT).
The incident happened on Thursday.
The train was said to have been a few minutes away from the
Kubwa station when the incident occured.
Josephine Adeh, spokesperson of the FCT police command,
confirmed the incident in a statement.
“The FCT Police
Command is aware of the unfortunate incident of rail/motor fatal accident that
happened at Chikakore axis in the Kubwa area council of the FCT,” the statement
reads.
“Upon receipt of the information, crime scene investigators
attached to the Byazin Divisional Police Headquarters drifted swiftly to the
scene, took charge of the situation, where the victim was confirmed dead by
medical practitioner on ground.
“Investigation has commenced by the railway division having
jurisdiction over the track.
“Findings and safety
tips already existing will be reiterated to ensure a non-repeat of incident
shortly.”
The development comes months after a cargo train conveying
soft drinks from Lagos to Kano derailed at Igabi LGA of Kaduna state.
The driver of the cargo train, identified as Bala Kawu, died
as a result of the accident.
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