Driver of a Toyota Camry, with registration number LSR 293 HJ, narrowly escaped death after a 40-foot loaded container fell onto the vehicle at Mile 2, while en route to Apapa, Lagos State, on Monday.
Gatekeepers News reports that the driver, according to Adebayo Taofiq, the Director of the Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), was successfully rescued thanks to the prompt and coordinated efforts of LASTMA and other emergency services, including the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA).
“The victim received immediate medical attention after being rushed to the hospital by the joint rescue team. Security during the operation was effectively maintained by Officers from the Kirikiri Police Division, who ensured a secure and orderly environment for the emergency responders. Following the rescue, the Toyota Camry was successfully removed from beneath the container,” the statement said in part.
Taofiq indicated that efforts are currently underway to remove the fallen container, with LASTMA officers actively managing the scene to alleviate traffic congestion and restore normalcy to the area.
Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the General Manager of LASTMA, emphasised the vital importance of securing containers properly by truck drivers and owners. He warned that negligence in securing loads poses significant risks to both lives and property and urged all stakeholders to adhere strictly to road safety protocols to prevent such dangerous incidents in the future.
“LASTMA remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring the safety and efficiency of Lagos roadways and continues to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to uphold traffic laws and enhance public safety.”
