Scene of the Accident.
On Monday, November 12, a driver avoiding arrest by traffic officials k!llled two road sweepers on the Gbagada-Oshodi Motorway in Lagos State.
According to accounts, LASTMA officers attempted to catch the driver for a traffic violation, but the driver chose to elude arrest. The motorist crashed into two members of the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) at their duty position beside the roadside while escaping the LASTMA authorities, killing them on the spot.
According to the statement, “LAWMA is working with security agencies to apprehend and prosecute the errant driver of the car, with vehicle number EPE 984 DV.”
“We wish to appeal to motorists for the umpteenth time, to drive with utmost caution on the highways, to avoid sad incidents like this happening to our sanitation workers or anyone in the course of their legitimate duties. “
“The public is urged to remain calm as appropriate steps are being taken and necessary measures put in place. Our heartfelt condolences go to the families of the deceased, whom we love most dearly. May their souls continue to rest in peace.”