Four dead as heavy Downfall collapsed Bridge in Kwara state

Four people has been reported dead as Heavy downfall collapsed bridge at Oko-Erin, Ilorin, Kwara State.

Omokoshaban learn that the bridge collapsed due to heavy downfall that occur on Saturday night in the area.

According to Sahara reporters, the car seen on the picture were said to be carrying four passenger when the bridge collapsed.

Photo credit: Sahara Reporters
Photo credit: Sahara Reporters

The driver and passengers dived into the canal and died before they could be rescued. 

“The bridge collapsed around 10pm on Saturday nightbecause of heavy downfall. The driver was on the bridge when it tore apart and they fell into the canal.

Photo credit: Sahara Reporters

“They died because they could not get help as people don’t have means of rescuing them, we had to standby and expect the emergency team to come.”

The emergency response team is currently at the scene making efforts to retrieve the car and bodies.

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