A heartbreaking incident has rocked Agbor, Delta State, as a 100-level student of the University of Delta (UNIDEL) accidentally killed a final-year student, Awele Eluemunor, while learning how to drive.
How the Tragedy Unfolded
The tragic accident happened last Tuesday in Ika South Local Government Area when the young woman, who was being taught how to drive by her boyfriend, lost control of the vehicle and veered off the road.
Eyewitnesses say the car rammed into pedestrians, fatally injuring Awele Eluemunor, a final-year student at the College of Nursing, Agbor.
Awele, who was just months away from graduating in November, died at the scene.
Driver’s Boyfriend Flees the Scene
Reports suggest that the boyfriend, suspected to be an internet fraudster (Yahoo boy), owned the car and was guiding her through the driving lessons.
However, immediately after the accident, he abandoned her and fled the scene.
Other Victims Rushed to the Hospital
At least two other individuals sustained severe injuries and were quickly taken to a hospital for emergency treatment.
Police Confirm the Incident
Speaking on the tragedy, Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Edafe Bright, confirmed that one person died, and another was injured.
However, authorities have not yet disclosed whether the young driver or her boyfriend has been arrested.
As investigations continue, this heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of untrained driving and the recklessness of unlicensed motorists.
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