The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that a 50-year-old man, identified as Emmanuel, was killed by a moving train on Tuesday. The tragic incident occurred around 9:00 a.m. near the ARENA Shopping Complex area in Oshodi.
The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, provided details of the incident on Sunday. According to Mr. Hundeyin, a woman who identified herself as the younger sister of the deceased reported the case to the Mosafejo Police Division later that day, around 1:33 p.m.
She stated that she received a phone call informing her that her elder brother had been struck by a train while walking along the tracks. Responding to the report, a team of detectives visited and photographed the scene for documentation.
The police spokesperson also confirmed that the body was removed from the scene and taken to a public morgue for autopsy procedures.
Mr. Hundeyin further stated that the case has been transferred to the Railway Police Command in Ebute-Metta for a more comprehensive investigation. Authorities are now working to determine the circumstances leading to the tragic accident and ensure proper procedures are followed.
The Lagos State Police Command urges residents to exercise caution around railway tracks to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Wow, what a tragedy. But maybe if the man wasnt trespassing, this could have been avoided. Just saying.
I think this incident is a wake-up call for better safety measures at train stations. Lets prioritize peoples lives!
I think we should ban trains altogether. Theyre clearly too dangerous. Lets stick to flying cars instead! 🚂🚫✈️
I bet he was trying to take a selfie with the train! People need to be more careful.
I bet he was trying to take a selfie with the train! People need to be more careful.
Wow, tragic news. But did anyone else notice the lack of safety measures at train stations in Lagos? Something needs to change.
I bet the man was trying to take a selfie with the train, tragic accident or Darwin Award contender? 🤔
Wow, tragic news. But honestly, why was a 50-year-old man even on the train tracks in the first place? 🤔
Judgmental much? Compassion goes a long way, try it sometime. 🙄
Do you think the train should be blamed or the man for being in the wrong place at the wrong time? 🤔
I cant believe he didnt hear the train coming! Maybe he was distracted by his phone or something.
Wow, tragic news. But can we talk about how the train schedule is always messed up in Lagos? Priorities, people!
Wow, maybe if he wasnt standing so close to the tracks, this couldve been avoided. Common sense, people!
Mind your own business. Show some empathy instead of blaming the victim.
This is so tragic, but maybe he shouldnt have been on the tracks in the first place. Stay safe, people!
I think this incident could have been avoided if the man wasnt trespassing. Personal responsibility matters.
I wonder if the man was pushed or if it was just a tragic accident. Such a mysterious incident!
I bet he was trying to take a selfie on the tracks. Darwin Award contender right there. 🤦♂️
I bet he was trying to take a selfie on the tracks. Darwin Award contender for sure. 🙄
I bet he was trying to take a selfie on the tracks. Darwin Award contender for sure.
I think this incident could have been avoided if the man had followed safety protocols. Tragic but preventable.
Accidents happen, dont blame the victim. Safety protocols can fail too. Show empathy.
I think we should start a petition to ban trains in Lagos. Too many accidents happening. Safety first, people!
Trains are essential for transportation. Improve safety measures instead of banning them outright.
I bet he was trying to take a selfie with the train! Darwin Award contender right there. 🙄
Wow, tragic news. But why was a 50-year-old man on the train tracks in the first place? Curious…
Mind your own business. Show some compassion instead of questioning the victims actions.
Wow, what a tragedy. But can we talk about how public transportation in Lagos needs serious improvement? Priorities, people.
I think we should ban all trains in Lagos! Theyre clearly too dangerous if theyre crushing people. Lets stick to buses.
Trains are essential for efficient transport. Improve safety measures instead of banning them.
I bet he was distracted by his phone. People need to pay attention when crossing train tracks!
Or maybe the train signals were malfunctioning. Dont rush to blame without facts.
I bet he was texting and not paying attention. Darwin Award contender for sure. Natural selection at its finest.
What a tragedy! We need better safety measures at train stations. Cant believe this happened. Thoughts and prayers to the victims family.
What a tragic incident! Should there be stricter safety measures near train tracks to prevent such accidents in the future?
Wow, this is tragic. But why was he on the tracks in the first place? Curious to know more details.
Is it just me or does it feel like train safety in Lagos needs a serious overhaul? This is getting out of hand.
Isnt it concerning how easily accidents like this happen? Maybe stricter safety measures should be implemented.
What a tragic incident! Should train stations have more safety measures to prevent such accidents in the future?
Can we address the safety measures around train stations? This incident raises concerns that should be addressed. Safety first!
This incident is tragic, but why was a 50-year-old man near the train tracks in the first place? Curious.