Four killed as vehicle rams into pedestrians in Rivers

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - At least four people have lost their lives in a fatal road accident along G. U. Ake Road, in Rivers State.

The incident reportedly occurred when the driver of a Toyota Camry, with registration number, ABJ 10 EM, lost control of the vehicle and rammed into some pedestrians at midnight on Monday.

In a statement, the State Police Public Relations Officer, Grace Iringe-koko, said the four pedestrians were confirmed dead at the scene on Monday.

“One Benson Peter Michael, male, 36 years old, and the driver of a Toyota Camry with registration number ABJ 10 EM, lost control of the vehicle and collided with six pedestrians.

“Tragically, four of the pedestrians were confirmed dead at the scene, while two others sustained injuries and were immediately rushed to BMH Hospital for medical attention,” Iringe-koko said.

According to her, the driver of the vehicle is currently in custody, while the accidented vehicle had been recovered and taken to the station.

She also revealed that the corpses of the deceased had been deposited at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) Mortuary.

“The case will be transferred to the State Traffic Department for further investigation.

“The Command deeply regrets the unfortunate incident and assures the public that justice will be served,” the PPRO added.