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Three Confirmed Dead as Container Falls on Tricycle in Ogbomoso

Atleast three people have reportedly lost their lives in a road accident that occurred in Ogbomoso, part of Oyo State.

The accident occurred which happened on the early hours of Tuesday occurred when a container-laden truck lost control and fell on a commercial tricycle.

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

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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.

It was further gathered that rescue efforts later confirmed all three victims had died.

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Efforts are underway to remove the container from the road to avert further accidents and restore traffic flow in the area.

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