Four die in Anambra auto crash

Four individuals lost their lives and one sustained injuries in a tragic road accident near Awka, Anambra State on Monday morning. The incident occurred around 4:31 am when a white Toyota Camry carrying five male passengers veered off the Awka–Enugu Expressway, crashed into a drainage, hit a culvert, and rolled over. Initial investigations suggested the vehicle was traveling at excessive speed, causing the driver to lose control.

The Federal Road Safety Corps Anambra State Command confirmed the fatal crash, with four victims pronounced dead and one injured. The injured person was taken to a hospital for treatment. The victims' bodies were later transferred to the mortuary and Apex Hospital, respectively. FRSC issued warnings about excessive speeding, urging motorists to adhere to speed limits, maintain vehicle control, and ensure functional safety devices.