- Fatal accident in Lagos: A suspected drunk driver crashed into a group of soldiers in Lagos State.
- Soldiers killed and injured: At least four soldiers were killed, and several others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
- Incident occurred during jog: The soldiers were on their routine monthly road jog when the incident occurred on Friday morning.
- Soldiers from Myoung Barracks: The soldiers were attached to Myoung Barracks in the Morocco area of Shomolu.
A tragic incident occurred in Lagos this morning when a suspected drunk driver rammed into a group of soldiers, killing four and injuring several others. The soldiers, from the Myoung Barracks in Somolu, were on their routine monthly road jog outside the barracks when the incident happened .
According to eyewitnesses, the driver, who appeared to be intoxicated, lost control of his Toyota vehicle and struck the soldiers during their morning drills. The vehicle was reportedly occupied by three young men suspected to be internet fraudsters, commonly known as “Yahoo Boys” .
The impact of the crash left four soldiers dead and several others injured. In the aftermath, one of the suspects fled the scene, while the other two were apprehended by the enraged locals. The two were reportedly beaten severely, and their vehicle was vandalized by the crowd .
The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, and the suspects remain in custody. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with residents expressing fear and anger over the senseless violence .
