Tragedy struck the Sapele metropolis in Delta State on Tuesday evening as an explosion claimed one life and left several others injured. The incident, which occurred around 6 p.m. at a dumpsite along Mission Road, has shaken the local community.
According to eyewitness reports, the explosion originated from an improvised explosive device (IED) that was unintentionally brought to the dumpsite by one of the scavengers who regularly store scrap materials in the area. The device detonated, causing fatal injuries to one individual, whose body was severely impacted by the blast.
In addition to the casualty, at least two other individuals, including people residing near the dumpsite, sustained critical injuries from the explosion. The injured victims are currently receiving medical treatment.
One of the eyewitnesses, who chose to remain anonymous, described the somber atmosphere that now hangs over the area. “The explosion has left the area in shock and mourning,” the source stated.
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