Benin: fatalities reported after violent crash between motorcycle and vehicle

The accident involved a family of four riding a motorcycle when, based on initial eyewitness accounts, their bike was struck head-on by the oncoming vehicle.

“The impact was exceptionally violent,” reported the local station, adding that the mother and both children died instantly, as did the driver of the vehicle involved.

The only survivor was the father, who sustained severe injuries. He was rushed to a nearby hospital and is currently in intensive care. His condition remains critical.

Law enforcement arrived swiftly at the scene to carry out standard procedures. Following authorization from the public prosecutor’s office, the bodies of the victims were released to the families for burial.