Driver narrowly escaped death when a 40-meter container crushed his car in Lagos

• A 40-foot container crashed into a Toyota Camry at Mile 2, Lagos, narrowly saving the driver’s life
• Immediate rescue efforts by LASTMA, FRSC and LASEMA ensured the victim’s safety and rapid medical intervention
• LASTMA warned against negligence in ensuring the safety of containers, emphasizing strict adherence to road safety protocols

The driver narrowly escaped death when a 40-meter container overturned on Monday morning. toyota Camry with registration number LSR 293 HJ.

The incident occurred at around 8am at Mile 2 on the way to Apapa Port. Lagos.

Rapid Emergency Response Saves the Day

Eyewitnesses reported that the accident triggered an emergency alarm but the driver was rescued thanks to the swift and coordinated efforts of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA). ).

Upon notification, medical teams arrived at the scene and rescued the driver from the stuck vehicle and took him to the hospital. Thanks to rapid intervention, his condition remained stable.

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Police Ensure Safe Operations

Officers from Kirikiri Police Unit maintained order during the rescue operation, providing a safe and productive environment for emergency crews to work.

It is believed that their efforts will contribute significantly to the proper handling of the situation.

Traffic Management and Crime Scene Cleanup

At 9.30am, LASTMA officials managed the scene to ease traffic congestion, while efforts to remove the fallen container continued.

The damaged Toyota Camry was successfully removed from under the container without further problems.

Trailer Lost Control and Hit the Car

Meanwhile, legit.ng previously reported: tragic car accident At least six people were allegedly killed at the Second Rainbow bus stop in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos State, on Sunday afternoon.

According to eyewitnesses, the accident, which occurred around 16:00, occurred as a result of a truck that lost control due to brake failure and crashed into a car and a commercial bus.

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An eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous, described the horrific scene as follows: “The trailer’s brakes failed and it crashed into two vehicles. They were already carrying some bodies. About six or seven,” he said, visibly shaken.

Source: Legit.ng