A tragic road accident on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge has claimed the life of a woman, while her 30-year-old daughter survived the crash.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, confirmed that the incident occurred earlier in the day at the Ilaje inward Iyana Oworo axis of the bridge.
According to the agency, the crash involved a head-on collision between two Toyota Sienna vehicles with registration numbers LSR 809 GV and LSR 695 HM. The impact of the collision, authorities said, highlights the dangers associated with reckless driving, particularly excessive speeding.
LASTMA officials explained that upon receiving a distress call, operatives on routine patrol quickly moved to the scene and immediately put traffic control measures in place to prevent further incidents. Safety cones were positioned to secure the area and protect other road users.
Personnel from the Oworonsoki Police Division also responded promptly and were actively involved in documenting the incident and initiating necessary legal procedures.
The agency confirmed that one female adult lost her life in the crash, while her daughter, who was in the same vehicle, survived.
The remains of the deceased have since been evacuated by security operatives. Meanwhile, LASTMA officers, working with other agencies, stayed on ground to manage traffic and ensure there were no additional accidents.
Authorities further disclosed that one of the drivers involved fled the scene after the crash. However, the second driver was apprehended by LASTMA officials and handed over to the police for investigation and possible prosecution.
“In the aftermath of the crash, one of the drivers absconded from the scene. However, the second driver was promptly apprehended by LASTMA personnel and subsequently handed over to the police to facilitate thorough investigation and possible prosecution in accordance with the law,” the agency said.
Reacting to the incident, the General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, warned motorists against reckless driving, stressing that over-speeding remains a major cause of fatal accidents.
He urged drivers to be more careful, obey speed limits, and maintain discipline while on the road.
LASTMA reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and ensuring smooth traffic flow across Lagos State.
Mother dies, daughter survives in Third Mainland Bridge crash
