In a horrifying incident along the Nakuru-Nairobi Highway at Kikopey, five people lost their lives and six others sustained serious injuries after a trailer lost control, colliding with pedestrians. The tragic accident occurred on Sunday, December 3, around 9 p.m.
Confirming the incident, Gilgil sub-county police boss Francis Tumbo expressed the devastating outcome of the accident. Two pedestrians lost their lives as the trailer veered off course and struck them while they were walking along the highway. The impact was severe, leaving behind a scene of wreckage.
The injured victims, six in total, were rushed to Gilgil sub-county hospital for urgent medical attention. Their conditions are reported to be serious, and medical teams are working tirelessly to provide necessary care.
This incident comes as a reminder of the dangers faced by pedestrians on busy highways. Tumbo appealed to the public to exercise caution when walking along roads, emphasizing the need for vigilance, especially during nighttime hours.
Notably, this is not the first tragic incident on this stretch of the highway. Tumbo pointed to a recent accident where a 16-seater matatu collided with a trailer, resulting in the deaths of four men and a child on the spot. The police are urging pedestrians to be cautious and adhere to safety measures to avoid such unfortunate occurrences.
Photos from the accident scene depict the severity of the collision, with the trailer sustaining significant damage. The bodies of the deceased have been transferred to the Gilgil sub-county hospital mortuary as investigations into the accident are underway.
