Lagos Explosion: Scavenger’s Fatal Mistake Claims One Life, Injures Three
A devastating explosion occurred at No. 40 Taiwo Street, Idi-Araba, Mushin, Lagos, resulting in the death of one person and injuring three others.
The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the incident, revealing that a distress call was received at 1:30 p.m. on April 3, 2025, reporting a suspected bomb explosion.
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit was swiftly deployed to the scene, and preliminary investigations uncovered the shocking cause of the explosion.
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According to police sources, a scavenger attempting to split a military grenade triggered the blast, which proved fatal for the scavenger and injured three others.
The injured victims were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment, and authorities are working to ensure public safety in the area.
The police secured the scene, collected evidential materials for analysis, and photographed the area for documentation.
The deceased’s body was deposited at a public morgue for an autopsy, while investigations into the source of the explosives and circumstances surrounding the incident are ongoing.
By PRNigeria
