17 killed in Jigawa road crash

From Ali Rabiu Ali, Dutse

17 people have been confirmed killed in a fatal road crash that occurred in Danmasara town, Dutse Local Government Area (LGA) of Jigawa State on Tuesday.

According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the accident, which happened at about 12:15pm along the Dutse-Kwanar Huguma road, involved three vehicles – two Volkswagen Golf cars and a Mercedes-Benz tipper truck.

Public Education Officer of the FRSC in the state, CRC YI Yahaya, stated that preliminary investigations by the Corps attributed the cause of the crash to over-speeding, tyre burst, and loss of control.

“The crash resulted in the death of 17 persons, including adults and children,” the statement said.

It added that the injured victims and corpses were promptly evacuated by FRSC rescue teams to the General Hospital, Dutse, for medical attention and documentation.

The Sector Commander of the FRSC in Jigawa State, through the Public Education Officer, cautioned motorists against excessive speed and neglect of vehicle maintenance, particularly tyre conditions.

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