A devastating road accident unfolded this Thursday near Koundoul, a town on the outskirts of N’Djamena. A heavy-duty truck collided with a motorcyclist, killing the biker instantly in horrific circumstances.

The force of the collision sent both the rider and his motorcycle sprawling onto the roadway. The motorcyclist had been transporting a fuel canister at the time of impact. Upon hitting the ground, the canister ruptured, igniting a sudden blaze that engulfed the bike and the rider before emergency crews could arrive.

Law enforcement officers secured the scene and launched an investigation to establish the precise details surrounding the collision. The victim’s identity remains undisclosed as authorities continue their inquiries.

This heartbreaking incident underscores the persistent dangers posed by large vehicles to vulnerable road users, particularly motorcyclists, on the peri-urban roads surrounding Chad’s capital.