5 dead as truck crashes into vehicles, pedestrians in Anambra

No fewer than five persons have been confirmed dead in an accident along Nnewi-Okigwe Road at Amichi in Anambra State.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Commander in Anambra State, Joyce Alexander, confirmed the incident on Saturday, July 26, 2025.

Alexander, who attributed the accident to brake failure, said the crash involved a Mercedes-Benz truck, a Honda motorcycle, and a Qlink motorcycle.

Alexander said eyewitnesses reported that the driver of the truck was travelling on high speed as it brake failed and collided with other vehicles and pedestrians.

She stated: “A total of 10 individuals were involved in the crash – four male adults, a female adult, three male children, and 2 female children.

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“Five persons, including two men and three children, were confirmed dead, while five others sustained injuries.

“FRSC rescue team arrived at the crash scene within 31 minutes after they received the call this morning.

“The team managed traffic control at the crash site and searched the hospitals where the victims were taken.”

The FRSC official expressed her condolences to the families of the victims and emphasised the importance of road safety.

Alexander added: “This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the necessity to obey traffic rules and regulations.

“Vehicles should be well-maintained to prevent malfunctioning that invariably leads to crashes.

“We urge all road users to exercise caution and patience while driving to prevent such incidents in the future.”

The Star