A female police officer and a pedestrian have died after a truck lost control and crashed into shops at New Mile 3 Market along the Gombe–Yola highway on Wednesday.
The DAF truck, registered XH 122 GME and carrying bags of grain, reportedly suffered brake failure before slamming into roadside shops, traders, and passersby. Two other people, including the driver, sustained injuries in the incident.
Witnesses said the driver was coming from the Taraba area when the brakes failed, causing the vehicle to veer off course and hit motorcycles, pedestrians, and several shops.
The Gombe State Police Command confirmed the details, identifying the deceased officer as Woman Police Constable Sharifa Gaina of the Communications Department. The second victim was an unidentified male pedestrian. Police spokesperson Buhari Abdullahi said early investigations showed the driver was trying to enter a filling station through a one-way route when the brakes failed.
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“As a result of the accident, two persons regrettably lost their lives, while two others, including the truck driver, sustained injuries and are receiving treatment,” Abdullahi stated. The crash also damaged three motorcycles and nearby shops.
Commissioner of Police Umar Ahmed Chuso has urged motorists to obey traffic rules and ensure proper vehicle maintenance to prevent similar tragedies.
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya described the incident as heartbreaking and extended condolences to the families of the deceased. He commended emergency responders for their swift action and called on drivers of heavy-duty vehicles to prioritize safety and adhere to traffic regulations.
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