Anambra State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corp, Andrew Kumapayi said that passengers were burnt beyond recognition when their car caught fire on the Ihiala/Onitsha road in Anambra State.
Kumapayi said that they were yet to ascertain the actual number of people that died in the accident.
According to Kumapayi, “This evening, alone fatal road traffic crash was allegedly caused by tyre burst as a result of excessive speeding. The vehicle somersaulted and burst into flames.
“Information reaching the Command states that all passengers on board were burnt beyond recognition, along with the bus.
“The Anambra State fire service has been contacted and the FRSC rescue team from Ihiala Unit Command are on ground to ensure the free flow of traffic, while all obstructions are being cleared,” he said.
SOURCE: Vanguardngr
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