Akure: Motorcycle rider killed in tragic accident on Oda Road

A motorcycle rider lost his life in a tragic accident on Wednesday morning along Oda Road in Akure, Ondo State.

Eyewitnesses reported that the incident occurred when a speeding truck lost control and struck the victim’s motorcycle, killing him instantly.

According to preliminary reports, the deceased whose identity is yet to be confirmed was reportedly on his way home after dropping his child off at school when the fatal accident happened.

“The incident occurred in a flash, leaving residents and passersby in shock,” a witness said.

“The man had just dropped his children at school and was on his way home when the tipper crushed him. It was a very sad scene.”

It was gathered that the truck driver immediately fled the scene as soon as the accident occured.

At the time of filing this report, the body of the deceased had been evacuated.

Police say efforts are underway to apprehend the driver.

Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Olayinka Ayanlade, said they were on the matter and details will be made public once investigations were concluded.