A lone crash results in one death and leaves one injury in Ogun

An unidentified female passenger has been reported dead in a fatal lone accident that occurred at Molipa roundabout, in the Ijebu -Ode area of Ogun state.

The accident which happened at about 10:30pm on Sunday, occurred when the driver of the Lexus Jeep lost control and crashed into a container beside the road.

Confirming the incident on Monday, the police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola said the female passenger died on the spot while the driver was severely injured.

Odutola said,” The Lexus jeep was travelling from Ibadan Garage towards Molipa Roundabout when the driver lost control and crashed into a container beside the road.

“Sadly, the female passenger, whose identity could not be ascertained, died on the spot.

“The driver was unconscious and taken to the hospital for treatment and the deceased woman’s body has been deposited at the mortuary for an autopsy by officers of the Motor Traffic Division, MTD of Obalende Police Divisional Headquarters.

She added that the vehicle had been towed to the station for Vehicle Inspection Officer, VIO, examination.