Police officer killed, another injured in Abuja road crash

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has reported a tragic road accident that resulted in the death of one officer and injuries to another after a truck driver lost control along the Sani Abacha Expressway, Abuja.

A statement by the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, on Thursday, disclosed that the fatal incident occurred on Wednesday at approximately 2:20pm near the National Ecumenical Centre.

The statement read, “The FCT Police Command regrets to announce that on Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025, at approximately 2:20pm a tragic motor vehicle accident occurred along Sani Abacha Expressway by the National Ecumenical Centre, Abuja.

“Preliminary investigation revealed that a mixer truck, driven by one Salman Usman of a construction company based in Wuse Zone 5, lost control and crashed at the location.

In the incident, two police officers on official duty were affected, resulting in the unfortunate loss of one of the officers, while the other sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical attention.”

The command emphasised the inherent risks faced by law enforcement, stating, “This sad occurrence reflects the hazards and risks our officers face daily in the course of protecting lives and ensuring smooth traffic management within the FCT.”

The police confirmed that the driver of the mixer truck has been taken into custody, while other vehicles involved in the accident have been recovered for further investigation and safety inspection.

In the statement, the FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Miller Dantawaye, extended his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased officer and offered prayers for the swift recovery of the injured personnel.

“We assure the public that the investigation will be thorough and justice will be served,” the statement concluded.

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