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On Sunday, June 29, 2025, the Cable reported that a horrific accident at Mile 6 Market in Jalingo, Taraba State, claimed the lives of several persons, including traders and store owners..CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
A tipper truck carrying sand apparently lost control and collided with the crowded market at around noon on Saturday. The driver lost control of the truck after the front tyre burst while it was reportedly travelling at a fast pace. This caused the vehicle to veer off the road and crash into the packed market area, damaging booths and crushing people. Many people were killed instantaneously by the impact of the collision, while others suffered severe injuries. The market rapidly descended into chaos as a number of people fled for their lives and attempted to help the injured.
Unfortunately, a vehicle carrying shaft sand lost control and collided with the packed Mile 6 Market in Jalingo, killing Cynthia Jonathan, a graduate of Taraba State University. Shortly after the event, security personnel and emergency responders arrived on the scene, conducted rescue operations, and took the injured individuals to local hospitals for medical attention. Additionally, the deceased’s bodies were located and brought to the mortuary. While the required investigations are being conducted to ascertain the precise cause of the accident and guarantee that justice is done for the individuals who have died, authorities have announced that the truck driver has been arrested and is currently in police custody.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
