In a tragic incident, five people, including two children, lost their lives in a road accident at Kigio area on the Gilgil-Naivasha road, police reported. The accident also left 19 others injured.
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The crash involved a passenger bus and a truck, which collided head-on. Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene, providing immediate assistance to the injured and transporting them to nearby hospitals for treatment. Unfortunately, the severity of the collision resulted in the instant deaths of five individuals.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with bystanders rushing to help before emergency services arrived. The injured, including several in critical condition, were swiftly taken to various medical facilities in the region.
Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident. Preliminary reports suggest that one of the vehicles might have been speeding, but further details will emerge as the investigation progresses.
This tragic event has cast a pall of sorrow over the community, highlighting the need for heightened road safety measures. The authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution, especially in areas known for frequent accidents like the Gilgil-Naivasha road.