A fatal accident involving operatives of the Abia State combined security agencies nicknamed Operation Crush, occurred in Umuahia, resulting in the d3ath of one officer.ย
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It was gathered that several other security personnel were injured in the accident which occurred at Ihie Ibeku along the Bende Road in Umuahia on Sunday, March 30, 2025.ย
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According to eyewitness reports, the vehicle carrying the operatives veered off the road and plunged into a deep ditch, apparently as the driver lost control while on motion.
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Three other security personnel are reportedly missing while rescue efforts continue at the crash scene.
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Six operatives have been rescued and taken to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Umuahia for urgent medical attention while one NSCDC officer has been confirmed d3ad.
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One of the members of โOperation Crushโ who was declared missing after the accident was later found alive.ย
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The road, known for its narrow and challenging topography, is part of the federal highway linking the state capital to Bende to Ohafia, Arochukwu and other parts of the State.
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