Lagos Firefighters Rescue 84-Year-Old Man from Well in Aboru Area
In Lagos, the state fire rescue service responded to a distress call at 35A Fadeyemi Street, Aboru, Agbado Oko Odo Local Council Development Area. An 84-year-old man had reportedly fallen into a well estimated to be 140 feet deep.
The rescue team arrived promptly and found the victim alive. Initially suspected as a suicide attempt, the incident was later determined to be an accident.
The victim was successfully rescued and handed over to his family for further care. The Lagos State Fire Rescue Service reiterated its commitment to emergency response and urged residents to report emergencies promptly.
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