Eleven killed after tree falls on vehicles in Enugu
A tragic incident occurred at Awhum Village Market Square in Enugu State, where a massive tree collapsed onto two commercial vehicles. SP Daniel Ndukwe confirmed that 11 people died as a result, while four others were rescued and are receiving medical treatment. The vehicles had stopped to drop off passengers when the tree, weakened by heavy rainfall and internal decay, fell. The police and community members responded quickly to the scene.
What happened
- A tree fell on a Toyota Hiace bus and a Sienna minivan at Awhum Village Market Square in Udi Local Government Area.
- The vehicles were dropping off passengers when the collapse occurred, resulting in 11 fatalities.
- Four survivors were rescued from the vehicles and are currently receiving medical attention.
- SP Daniel Ndukwe stated that the tree was weakened by heavy rainfall, strong winds, and internal decay.
- The Commissioner of Police urged community leaders to maintain large or ageing trees to prevent similar tragedies.
