Several persons are feared dead at Agbor, headquarters of Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State when a petrol laden tanker went up in flames on Sunday.
The incident occurred around first bank area in Agbor as the driver was trying to make a turn on the ever-busy Old Lagos/Asaba Road that runs through Agbor main town.
Several houses and vehicles around the scene were severely burnt, while the owner of one of the vehicles was burnt beyond recognition as his lifeless body could be seen along the expressway.
Passersby were helpless in trying to put out the flames as firefighters were yet to arrive at the scene at the time of filing this report.
When contacted, the Delta police command spokesperson Edafe Bright who confirmed the incident, said the command was briefed about the incident as he cautioned residents to steer clear of the area.