The Edo State Police have launched an investigation into a motor accident in Benin City that resulted in the death of a two-year-old girl. The girl’s mother is currently hospitalized. The incident occurred when a bus attempted to evade arrest and lost control, leading to the fatal collision. Police are seeking the driver who fled the scene while a member of the Public Safety Response was taken into custody for involvement in the incident.
The Edo State Police Command has officially commenced a comprehensive investigation into a tragic motor accident in Benin City, resulting in the death of a two-year-old girl. The mother of the deceased is currently receiving medical care in an undisclosed hospital, demonstrating the serious nature of this incident.
Moses Yamu, the Public Relations Officer of the Command, revealed that the accident transpired on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, around 5:30 p.m. The vehicle involved, a white Vannette bus with registration number BEN 406 YA, collided with pedestrians while attempting to evade arrest by members of the Edo State Public Safety Response.
The incident claimed the life of the toddler, whose mother is now hospitalized. Yamu indicated that a member of the Public Safety Response, implicated in the accident, was saved from a mob and taken into custody for further investigation. Meanwhile, efforts continue to locate and apprehend the driver who fled the scene.
Yamu confirmed that operatives from the Esigie Divisional Headquarters were promptly dispatched to the location following the accident’s report. They managed the scene while proper records and photographic evidence were gathered to ascertain the circumstances of the crash.
Commissioner of Police Betty Enekpen Isokpan emphasized the necessity for all motorists to adhere to traffic regulations and maintain patience on the roads. “Every road user has the responsibility to protect his or her life and that of every other road user by obeying established road safety protocols,” stated Yamu.
Witnesses reported that the accident may have stemmed from a confrontation between the officials of the Edo State Public Safety Response and the commercial bus driver, who was stopped for an alleged traffic violation. The interaction escalated as the officers attempted to gain control of the vehicle, ultimately leading to the horrific accident that resulted in the toddler’s death.
The driver lost control during this struggle, and the vehicle collided with the child positioned beside her mother’s merchandise on the roadside, leading to this unfortunate outcome.
In summary, the Edo State Police Command has initiated a thorough investigation into a fatal accident that claimed the life of a two-year-old girl. The incident, occurring as officials attempted to apprehend a commercial bus driver, highlights critical safety concerns regarding road regulations and enforcement practices. The Commissioner of Police’s call for adherence to traffic laws underscores the shared responsibility of all road users to ensure safety. Efforts to apprehend the fleeing driver remain ongoing as the community seeks justice for the tragic loss.
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