A man identified as Mohammed Faworaja has met his untimely death in Ilorin, Kwara State capital while running away from a dog.
It was gathered that the incident occurred around Asa Dam, the Warah-Osin area in the Ilorin West Local Government Area of the state.
According to report, “The dog, a German shepherd, got loose and chased the deceased who hit his chest on an electric pole.
He was said to have died of internal bleeding and the canned fish (Sardine) which he went to buy dropped and was seen beside the pole at the scene of the incident.
“He was a very friendly man and cannot be more than 33 years of age. He was the breadwinner of the family. The police are involved in the matter.
When contacted, the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ajayi Okasanmi, confirmed the incident.
“The owner of the dog has been arrested and the matter is being investigated.
