“Tragedy on Duty: Police Inspector Crushed to Death by Speeding Truck in Ogun

A fatal road accident has claimed the life of a Nigerian police officer, Inspector Afolabi Adeola, after he was hit by a speeding cement truck at a routine police checkpoint along the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway in Ogun State. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

🕒 When and Where the Tragedy Happened

The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025, near the Judiciary Complex checkpoint in Abeokuta, a known traffic control point operated by the Nigerian Police Force.

🚛 What Happened?

According to eyewitnesses and security sources, a truck loaded with 900 bags of cement approached the checkpoint at an alarming speed and lost control. The vehicle reportedly rammed into another truck that had halted for inspection before colliding with Inspector Adeola, who was on duty.

The impact of the crash inflicted severe injuries on the officer. He was rushed to a hospital in Lagos, where he later di£d on Monday, June 30, shortly after undergoing an emergency X-ray procedure.

🛑 Police Response and Arrests

According to verified reports from security analyst Zagazola Makama, officers from the Traffic and Accident Response Unit documented the scene and recovered both trucks for further investigation.

Authorities confirmed that the truck driver and other suspects were arrested and are set to be arraigned in court on Wednesday, July 3, 2025.

📌 Why This Matters

This tragic event underscores the growing dangers police officers face while manning Nigerian highways and checkpoints. It also reignites calls for:

• Improved road safety protocols

• Regular truck maintenance enforcement

• Better protection for law enforcement agents on duty