Police Rescue Unidentified Man Collapsed on Anambra Highway
• Punch Newspapers • Health
On April 4, 2026, at approximately 5 PM, an unidentified man collapsed while walking along the Onitsha-Owerri road in Awada, Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State. The incident caused significant traffic disruption as vehicles slowed down to avoid the man lying helplessly on the roadside. Passersby initially hesitated to approach him due to fears regarding his condition, with some speculating he might have been under the influence of alcohol or drugs. However, others suggested he could have suffered from epilepsy or high blood pressure. The Anambra State Police Command, during a routine Easter patrol, observed the situation and quickly intervened. Police personnel, led by Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident and facilitated the man's evacuation to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care. Following intervention, the victim was stabilized. Anambra State Police Commissioner Ikioy Orutugu commended the officers for their prompt response, emphasizing the police's commitment to humanitarian service and public safety during the Easter celebrations.
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