The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has apprehended a trailer driver involved in a hit-and-run incident at Anthony Oke, heading towards Oshodi.
Taofiq Adebayo, the Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, confirmed this in a statement on Monday in Lagos.
Adebayo said the driver, operating a trailer owned by Honeywell Flour Mill Plc, with registration number JJJ 764 XV, was apprehended after hitting a pedestrian who was attempting to cross the expressway.
He added that the incident was near the Total Filling Station at Anthony Oke, inward Oshodi.
He said: “The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, sparked significant concern among witnesses and commuters.
“The pedestrian, who sustained a serious injury, including a broken left leg, was promptly attended to by personnel from the Lagos State Ambulance Service and transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment.
“LASTMA officials on duty at the time responded swiftly, pursuing the fleeing driver and apprehending him at Oshodi.
“He has since been handed over to officers from Mosafejo Police Station for further investigation and prosecution.”
Taofiq noted that LASTMA remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all road users in Lagos.
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He said the agency would continue to collaborate closely with law enforcement agencies to bring traffic offenders to justice.
He added: “Our thoughts are with the injured pedestrian, and we urge all road users to adhere to traffic laws and prioritise the safety of pedestrians and other motorists.
“For complaints, comments, or commendations on traffic management across the state, please contact the LASTMA Toll-Free Call Centre at 080000527862.”
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