Truck Plunges Into Building, Wipes Out Family of Nine in Benue
A heartbreaking incident occurred in Okete, a serene community in Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State, when a truck veered off the road and crashed into a residential building, claiming the lives of nine family members. The tragedy unfolded around 5 a.m. on Thursday while the victims were still asleep. According to reports, the truck suffered a brake failure, causing the driver to lose control before the vehicle rammed into the house, which was located by the roadside. An eyewitness recounted, “It happened early in the morning when most people were still sleeping. The crash created such a loud noise that it woke the neighbors.” The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the incident. Catherine Anene, the command’s spokesperson, stated, “The truck collided with a residential building, killing nine family members. The unfortunate event occurred in the early hours of Thursday.” She further disclosed that a full investigation into the circumstances of the accident is underway, assuring the public that additional details will be provided as the probe progresses.
