By Emma Elekwa, Onitsha

Six persons died while 11 others sustained injuries in a motor crash at Nkwelle junction along Nteje-Onitsha expressway Anambra.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed the incident.

The Sector Commander, Andrew Kumapayi who confirmed this in a statement, said 17 people were involved in the crash.

He said 11 persons that sustained varying degree of injuries were rushed to the hospital.

According to him: “Six people killed and eleven injured in a fatal crash involving a mini white  bus belonging to CDO transport Company with registration number BGT 313  XA and a white truck without a registration number recorded at 1710hrs this evening 22nd November, 2020 at Nkwelle Junction along Nteje – Onitsha express way.

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“Eyewitness report reaching us indicates that the crash occurred as a result of excessive speeding leading to loss of control of the bus and crashing eventually.

“A total of seventeen (17) people (11) Male adults and (6) female adults were involved in the Crash. Eleven (11) male adults who sustained varying degree of injuries were rushed to Iyi – Ene Hospital Ogidi by FRSC rescue team from Nteje Unit Command who deposited Corpses of the dead victims at the Mogue after Doctor’s confirmation.

“Road obstruction is being cleared to ensure free flow of traffic.

While commiserating with the deceased families, Kumapayi warned motorists to adhere strictly to speed limits stipulated by law and minimize avoidable crashes especially during the ember months.