Operatives of the Lagos State Visitors Administration Authority have rescued a truck driver who was trapped in a life-threatening accident whereas driving alongside Mobolaji Johnson Avenue alongside Alausa in Ikeja.
This was disclosed in a press release made obtainable to our correspondent by the Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Division of LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq on Friday.
In accordance with the assertion, the motive force whose truck was overloaded with nylon supplies was concerned within the ghastly accident and was rescued by LASTMA operatives who supplied a swift response to the accident scene.
The assertion reads, “In a harrowing accident earlier in the present day, a truck loaded with nylon supplies and bearing registration quantity USF 104XU was concerned in a extreme crash by Mobolaji Johnson Avenue alongside Alausa in Ikeja.
“The motive force of the truck, who grew to become trapped within the wreckage, sustained vital leg fractures throughout the incident.
“The immediate response of the Lagos State Visitors Administration Authority (LASTMA) rescue group proved essential in extricating the injured driver from the crushed cabin.”
The assertion furthered that the sufferer was taken by the Lagos State Ambulance service to the closest hospital for remedy.
It added, “After the profitable rescue, LASTMA officers handed the motive force over to Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS), who transported him swiftly to a close-by hospital for pressing medical consideration.
“Safety personnel from the Alausa Police Station have been on-site all through the operation, making certain a safe atmosphere because the LASTMA group carried out their crucial rescue work.”
The Common Supervisor of LASTMA additionally expressed his sympathy to the injured driver. And whereas cautioning on the hazards of overloading he urged drivers to prioritize highway security and laws.
“The Common Supervisor of LASTMA expressed heartfelt sympathy for the injured driver and prolonged his greatest needs for a full restoration.
“He additionally took the chance to reiterate the hazards of overloading, emphasizing that truck drivers should observe load limits to keep up vehicular management and facilitate safer turning on the roads.
“He urged all drivers to prioritize security, adhere to laws, and take proactive measures to forestall such accidents.” The assertion concluded.