Bauchi crash claims 8 lives, FRSC warns motorist

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Bauchi crash claims 8 lives, FRSC warns motorist


A motor crash which occurred in Bauchi state recently has claimed 8 lives.

The crash happened at a village named Kili in Darazo Local Government Area in Bauchi State. The incident happened by 12:02am on Thursday.

The Federal Roads Safety Corps confirmed the news of this incident.

They mentioned that other than those who lost their lives, about 7 other people sustained injuries.

It was the FRSC Sector Commander, Yusuf Abdullahi, who mentioned this on Thursday night to the journalists.

He said a gray Volkswagen was involved in the crash. He said 15 people were in the vehicle. There were 6 females, 4 males and 5 children.

He said it was a tyre burst that caused the accident. The driver lost control of the vehicle and then they crashed.

He said a report of the crash came to them and the rescue team went there immediately.

They took the victims to the hospital. The doctor confirmed that 3 males, 2 females and 5 children were dead.

Those who sustained injuries began medical treatment at the hospital.

He then advised motorists or drivers to check their vehicles to ensure they are in good condition before driving.