The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has launched an investigation into the fatal train crash incident in Kubwa on Thursday morning.
Naija News had reported earlier that an Abuja-bound train had crashed into a moving car at Chikakore, in the Kubwa area of Abuja, leading to a breakdown of the train. A video of the accident showed that the train crushed a black Toyota Camry from the driver’s side while the vehicle was crossing the rail track.
The unfortunate accident is happening days after the federal government announced the resumption of train services on the Abuja-Kaduna corridor. Reacting to the incident, FCT Police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, said,
“We are aware of the unfortunate incident of rail/motor fatal accident that happened at the Chikakore axis in the Kubwa area council of the FCT. “Upon receipt of the information, police crime scene investigators attached to the Byazin Divisional Police Headquarters drifted swiftly to the scene, took charge of the situation, where the victim was confirmed dead by medical practitioners on the ground.
“Investigation has commenced by the railway division having jurisdiction over the track. Findings and safety tips already existing will soon be reiterated to ensure a non-repeat of such incidents.”