Several people died during early hours of Friday, November 22 in a grisly road accident at Kibirigwi area on the Sagana Karatina Road.
Preliminary reports indicated that at least seven people lost their lives in the crash.
Eyewitnesses recounted how a trailer lost control and rammed into two vehicles at Kibirigwi area.
A police report indicates that a lorry carrying bags of maize lost control while traveling towards Sagana and collided with two private vehicles heading in the opposite direction towards Karatina.
Tragic accident occurs at Kibirigwi area
Kirinyaga West Sub-county Police Commander Moses Koskei confirmed that investigations are underway to establish the cause of the crash, adding that the lorry driver also sustained injuries.
Local residents said the lorry was speeding when it overturned, scattering numerous bags of maize across the road.
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In a widely circulated video on social media, police officers and residents were seen working together to rescue the occupants of the vehicles involved in the accident.
While some residents actively participated in the rescue efforts, others stood at a distance, observing as their neighbors assisted those injured at the scene.
The bodies of those who perished in the accident were taken to Kerugoya Mortuary where they await identification.
Kenyans react differently to the tragic accident
Kenyans on social media reacted differently to the tragic accident. Facebook user Murimi Wakalf expressed frustration at the government’s lack of action regarding the condition of the roads.
“Seven people have perished in Kibirigwi after a trailer lost control and hit their cars. It’s so sad, and the government is not doing anything to prevent more accidents in that area,” Murimi stated.
Another user, Kamaa Gachoya, urged the area Member of Parliament to take quicker action on addressing the issue of road safety.
Mudavadi issues nationwide crackdown on all unroadworthy vehicles
“Something must be done here! A trailer lost control and struck two personal cars. Our MP, you are the chairman for Transport. Action is needed!” Gachoya emphasized.
Acting Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) and Prime Cabinet CS Musalia Mudavadi recently issued orders for a nationwide crackdown on all unroadworthy Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) in response to a surge in road accidents12.
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In a statement issued on Friday November 15, he directed the National Police Service (NPS) to ensure that all PSVs have valid inspection documents, operate on their licensed routes, and display the registered name of their Sacco, company, or institution.
Mudavadi emphasized the importance of road safety, especially with the upcoming festive season, and urged all road users to exercise caution.
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