At least four people tragically lost their lives Friday night in a road accident involving a public service vehicle and a school bus along the Kapsabet-Eldoret highway. The accident, which occurred in the Mutwot area at approximately 10 pm, left the region in mourning and raised concerns over road safety in the area.
According to police reports, a bus belonging to Cheptabach Secondary School collided head-on with a Toyota Hiace matatu, resulting in the deaths of the matatu driver, a man, a woman, and a five-year-old child. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles, leaving the scene in a grim state.
In addition to the fatalities, at least ten passengers sustained injuries. The injured were immediately rushed to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving treatment. The severity of their injuries remains unclear, but authorities confirmed that medical staff are working to stabilize the victims.
The bodies of the deceased were transferred to the local mortuary, pending further investigations. Authorities have expressed their condolences to the victims’ families and assured the public that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the cause of the crash.
This accident marks the second deadly collision in the area within hours, as three other individuals perished in a separate accident along the Londiani-Kisumu highway. In total, the number of fatalities in road accidents between Friday night and Saturday morning has now risen to seven.
Authorities are calling for heightened awareness and caution on the roads, especially during the night when visibility can be limited. Police have urged drivers to observe traffic rules, avoid over-speeding, and ensure that their vehicles are well-maintained to prevent such heartbreaking incidents.
As investigations continue, local communities are left grappling with the devastating impact of these crashes, and the urgent need for more effective measures to curb road accidents in the region.
