
A driver, yet to be identified, has killed a 12-year-old girl and injured her 15-year-old sister while speeding on the BRT lane along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.
According to a statement made on Tuesday by the Lagos State Police Command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, the terrible incident occurred on Monday at the Ogundare bus stop.
“On Monday, February 24, 2025, at about 3:35 pm, a yet-to-be-identified driver, while plying the BRT lane at high speed at Ogundare bus stop along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, hit two female pedestrians, siblings aged 12 and 15, on their way back from school,” the statement read.
Hundeyin stated that the victims sustained serious injuries and were promptly taken to Orile-Agege General Hospital for treatment.
Unfortunately, the 12-year-old girl died from her injuries, while her sister was later moved to the Lagos University Teaching Hospital for additional medical attention.
The Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has directed a comprehensive investigation into the incident and called on motorists to strictly follow traffic regulations, speed limits, and safe driving practices.
“The Commissioner of Police commiserates with the bereaved family and assures that the police will ensure a speedy and conclusive investigation to bring the culprit to justice,” the statement added.
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