The driver of a black 4matic Mercedes Benz has killed an officer of the Oyo State Traffic Management Agency, Fabunmi Kehinde, and attempted fleeing.
The incident on Saturday in the Agbowo area of Ibadan, the state capital, was confirmed on Monday by the agency in a statement.
According to the statement, Kehinde, a Level 4 Officer of OYRTMA, was knocked down by the driver of the Black 4matic Benz with Registration Number: LSD 862 JS, who disobeyed traffic light and was apprehended by officers.
Speaking in Ibadan, the Chairman, OYRTMA, Major Adekoya Adesagba (retd), condemned Kehinde’s brutal killing, adding that the victim died while performing his lawful duties of making Agbowo safe for motorists and commuters.
Adesagba emphasised that OYRTMA officers are working tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of lives and property, and that anyone who assaults or disrespects them will face the full wrath of the law.
He commended the swift response of the police and OYRTMA officers in apprehending the suspect and expressed his condolences to the family of the deceased officer.
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He also praised the Oyo State Government for its unwavering support in ensuring the safety and security of the state’s roads.
Adesagba said: “No one who disrespects or assaults our officers will go unpunished.
“The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by traffic officers and the need for drivers to exercise caution and respect for the law.
“The suspect has been arraigned at the Magistrate Court, Iyaganku, today, but since the court was on a weekday break, the case was adjourned to Thursday.
“The suspect remains in police custody.”
According to an eyewitness, the driver, trying to escape after being apprehended by OYRTMA officers, reversed his vehicle and in an attempt to zoom out, killed Kehinde, who had approached the vehicle at the front.
The Officer sustained severe head injuries and was rushed to a hospital in Orogun, where he received treatment.
He was later transferred to another hospital within the Ibadan metropolis, where he unfortunately passed away.
The driver attempted to flee the scene, but was apprehended by OYRTMA officers and police personnel at the University of Ibadan area.
The suspect was subsequently dragged to Sango Police Station.
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