A man who allegedly drove off with a Toyota Tundra after posing as a prospective buyer caused chaos in parts of Lagos, reportedly hitting several people and vehicles before crashing into a canal while attempting to escape.
The incident occurred after the suspect reportedly visited a car dealership on Lagos Island and requested a test drive of the pickup truck. According to reports circulating online, the man drove off with the vehicle without waiting for a dealership representative to accompany him, prompting a chase.
His alleged escape turned chaotic as he reportedly rammed into vehicles and pedestrians, damaging property along his route. Some unconfirmed reports claimed that four dispatch riders died in the incident, while several other people sustained injuries.
However, the casualty figures had not been independently verified as of the time of filing this report. The suspect was also alleged to have rammed the stolen truck into the entrance gate of Victoria Garden City (VGC), causing further damage as he attempted to evade those pursuing him.
A video circulating online showed a man explaining that he joined the chase after the suspect nearly hit him. The pursuit reportedly ended when the Toyota Tundra crashed into a canal. The suspect was said to have been beaten by some residents as he attempted to climb out of the water.
The incident has raised fresh concerns about public safety and the risks posed by reckless driving during vehicle theft attempts.
As of the time of filing this report, the Lagos State Police Command had yet to issue an official statement confirming the incident, the reported casualties or the suspect’s arrest.
The alleged death toll and other details remain unverified pending confirmation from the police and relevant authorities.
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