Customs officer dies in Cross River crash

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A 54-year-old Customs officer, Mr Etteng Ise, has died in a lone motor accident along the Ikom-Calabar Highway in Cross River.

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The accident occurred near Alesi Village in Ikom Local Government Area at about 2:56 p.m. on Monday.

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The Police command in Cross River confirmed the incident in a statement signed by its spokesman, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, on Monday in Calabar.

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Eitokpah said Ise, who served at the Mfum Border in Etung Local Government Area, reportedly lost control of his vehicle while avoiding a pothole.

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He said the vehicle veered off the road into the bush and collided with a tree.

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According to him, the victim was rushed to Holy Family Hospital, Ikom, where a medical doctor confirmed him dead.

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He said Ise’s remains were subsequently deposited at the hospital mortuary.

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The command commiserated with the deceased’s family, colleagues and the Nigeria Customs Service over the incident.

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It urged motorists to exercise caution, avoid excessive speed and remain vigilant while driving, particularly on highways.

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The command also appealed to road users to remain attentive to road conditions and take necessary precautions to prevent avoidable crashes.

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(NAN)

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