Imo: Fatal Accident in Ngor Okpala claims 8 lives as Police launch investigation

Austin Okoro DDM NEWS

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heavy auto crash in Ngor Okpala local government area of Imo state has claimed eight lives, leaving no occupant alive.

The accident which occurred on Sunday February 16th 2025 at Amala Ngor Okpala LGA involved a Toyota Camry and Hyundai Santa FE and regrettably eight people lost their lives with no survivor.

The Imo state Police Command has already launched an investigation into the cause of the accident.

This is contained in a press release of Sunday 16th February 2025, by the Command’s spokesman, Henry Okoye.

He stated:” The Imo State Police Command has initiated a comprehensive investigation into a fatal motor accident that occurred today, February 16, 2025, at about 1845 hours at Amala, Ngor-Okpala.

The tragic incident involved a Toyota Camry with registration number EPE 541 JO and a Hyundai Santa FE with registration number AAA 212 CD. Regrettably, all eight occupants of both vehicles lost their lives in the crash, with no survivors.

In response to the incident, police operatives of Ngor-Okpala Divisional Headquarters swiftly arrived at the scene to manage the situation. The remains of the deceased were immediately evacuated and deposited in the mortuary, while the accident vehicles were secured to ensure the free flow of traffic.

As part of the ongoing investigation, efforts are in progress to identify and notify the families of the deceased. Pictorial evidence has also been documented to aid further inquiries into the cause of the accident.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command CP Aboki Danjuma, strongly cautions motorists against reckless driving and excessive speeding, which remain major causes of road accidents.

He urges all road users to drive responsibly, observe traffic rules, and exercise patience while on the road.

Every driver has a duty to protect not only their lives but also those of other road users by adhering to established road safety regulations.

Further updates will be provided as investigations progress.

The public is encouraged to assist by providing any useful information that may aid in identifying the victims. Anyone with relevant details should contact the nearest police station or call 08148024755, 0803 477 3600.”

Recall that the Commissioner of Police Imo state police command, CP Aboki Danjuma, recently launched an investigative unit for the purpose of thorough investigations into any matter of concern to the members of the public.

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