Benin: a motorcycle taxi driver killed, two women seriously injured, and a baby miraculous survivor in an accident in Covè

According to reports from the local radio station Tonassé Fm, the tragedy occurred when a car transporting bags of charcoal collided head-on with a motorcycle taxi driver. This latter was carrying three passengers: two women and an infant aged just 9 months.

The impact, of unprecedented violence, was fatal for the motorcycle driver, who died on the spot. The two female passengers were also severely affected: one suffered fractures in both legs, while the other is in critical condition. In the midst of this tragedy, the 9-month-old infant miraculously survived and came out unscathed from the collision.

Police forces, dispatched to the scene, conducted the usual assessments. A judicial investigation was immediately opened to clarify the exact circumstances of this tragedy and to establish responsibilities.