Five policemen killed, 11 others injured in car crash in Kano

At least five police officers were killed in a car crash in Karfi town in Kura local government area of ​​Kano State on Tuesday.

State police spokesman Abdullahi Kiyawa, who confirmed the incident in a statement, said 11 other police officers were injured in the accident.

He said the officers were returning to Kano from official duties when the accident occurred.

The spokesman said: “The accident occurred at Karfi, a few kilometers to Kano and five officers died in the accident while 11 others sustained injuries.

“Information was obtained that the vehicle carrying the police collided head-on with a trailer in the village.

“Five officers died on the spot while 11 others who sustained various injuries were rushed to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital where they are currently receiving medical treatment.”

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