Delta: Driver on Drugs Kills Two Soldiers in Fatal Road Crash
Two soldiers attached to the 63 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have died after being involved in a tragic road accident in Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State.
Security sources say the incident occurred on May 30 along 74 Road when a vehicle reportedly struck a motorcycle carrying the soldiers.
The victims were rushed to the 63 Brigade Medical Centre but were confirmed dead on arrival by medical personnel.
The driver involved in the crash has since been arrested and reportedly tested positive for hard drugs, including cannabis and cocaine, according to security reports.
He has been handed over to military police for further investigation, while the bodies of the deceased soldiers have been deposited at the Asaba Specialist Hospital morgue.
Authorities have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.
