The Benue State Command of the Nigerian Police Force has confirmed a tragic accident in Okete Village, Otukpo Local Government Area, where a truck veered into a residential compound, killing nine members of a family.

The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Sewuese Anene, disclosed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Makurdi.

According to Anene, the unfortunate event occurred in the early hours of Thursday. She assured the public that the command has launched a thorough investigation into the incident and promised to provide additional updates as soon as they become available.

The community has been left in shock and mourning following the devastating loss of life.