A pedestrian, Auwalu Abdulkadir, has lost his life after a detached tyre from a moving vehicle struck him at Kara Under Bridge, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, on Friday, February 21, 2025.
Report indicated that a Kia commercial bus (Reg. No. LAGOS MUS 200 YE), was racing against traffic when one of its tyres pulled out and fatally struck Auwalu Abdulkadir, a truck driver from Kano State.
Ogun State police command’s spokesperson, CP Omolola Odutola, said the driver of the Kia bus fled the scene, leaving behind his vehicle.
“Police officers have towed the bus to the police station for safekeeping and further inspection by the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO). Efforts are underway to locate and arrest the fleeing driver,” the spokesperson said.
Policemen moved to the site to facilitate free flow of traffic and the movement of the deceased’s body at Real Divine Touch Mortuary, Ibafo, Ogun State.
Police officers from the Motor Traffic Division (MOTOPOL) reportedly obtained necessary evidence and conducted a preliminary investigation, including taking photographs and drawing a rough sketch map of the accident site.
The police spokesperson urged motorists to adhere to traffic regulations and ensure proper vehicle maintenance to prevent such tragic accidents.
