Ugo Nosiri, Owerri
Eight people have lost their lives in a fatal motor accident that occurred at Amala, Ngor-Okpala.
The tragic incident which involved a Toyota Camry with registration number EPE 541 JO and a Hyundai Santa FE with registration number AAA 212 CD, claimed the lives of all occupants of both vehicles.
According to the Police, operatives of Ngor-Okpala Divisional Headquarters, the remains of the deceased were immediately evacuated and deposited in the mortuary, while the vehicles were secured to ensure the free flow of traffic.
The Police say efforts are in progress to identify and notify the families of the deceased, with pictorial evidence being documented to aid further inquiries into the cause of the accident.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command CP Aboki Danjuma, has strongly cautioned motorists against reckless driving and excessive speeding, which remain major causes of road accidents.
He urges all road users to drive responsibly, observe traffic rules, and exercise patience while on the road.
