Three crashed to death in Ogbomoso as container falls on tricycle

No fewer than three people have reportedly lost their lives in a road accident that occurred in Ogbomoso, Oyo State.

Newsmen gathered that the incident occurred on Tuesday.

It was learnt that the accident happened when a container-laden truck lost control and fell on a commercial tricycle.

The accident occurred at Takie Junction around 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, leaving three people dead on the spot.

Those who reportedly lost their lives as a result of the accident included two female passengers and the tricycle rider.

They were trapped under the container.

Sources said the articulated vehicle lost control while navigating a bend, causing the container to topple and crush the tricycle.

Newsmen gathered that rescue efforts later confirmed all three victims had died.

Our correspondent gathered that efforts are underway to remove the container from the road to avert further accidents and restore traffic flow in the area