Rescue efforts ongoing at Lagos Lagoon. Vanguard/File
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and Marine Police have launched a seek for a lady who allegedly plunged into the Lagoon on Sunday.
The Lagos state Police Command on Monday stated it had commenced investigation into the report that an unidentified girl allegedly parked her automobile on the Third Mainland Bridge and jumped into the Lagoon.
The state’s police spokesperson, SP Chike Oti, stated the command had but to determine the veracity of the declare, including that it was not leaving something to possibilities.
Oti also stated that although the police had not obtained any official report, they have been already making efforts to seek out out the true story.
He acknowledged that the report of their investigation can be made public as quickly because the police discover something.
“There is not any official report but. It is the information making the rounds. However, our rescue group is looking out, divers and Marine policemen are working.
“Investigation is ongoing, findings will be made public, please,” the police spokesman stated.
The General Manager of LASEMA, Adeshina Tiamiyu, stated rescue operatives had been looking for the alleged victim since 5pm on Sunday when the incident allegedly occurred.
He described it as a “developing story”, saying the company was nonetheless attempting to get its details proper.