Kiambu: Several people are feared dead after an accident involving a truck and a small car

• A fatal accident occurred on Wednesday, October 30 in Ndarugo area along the Thika highway, involving a truck and a private Nissan car
• Witnesses reported that oil spilled by another vehicle made the road slippery, causing the accident
• In response to the situation, Kenyans are calling for the strengthening of road safety measures, especially as the festive season approaches

Thika, Kiambu – Several people have lost their lives following a fatal accident on the highway ThikaNdarugo area.

The accident on Wednesday, October 30 occurred when a truck collided with a new private Nissan car. The truck overturned and blocked several lanes, causing heavy traffic.

What caused the Thika Highway accident?

Photos shared online captured people standing near the crash site, with many expressing disbelief at the damage.

Some eyewitnesses have suggested that another vehicle had spilled an unknown substance on the road earlier, contributing to the illusion of driving. However, authorities at the scene have not yet confirmed the exact cause of the collision.

Kenyans quickly responded to the news on social media, urging drivers to be careful on the road and be frustrated by the frequent accidents in the country.

How Kenyans said about the Thika Highway accident

Rachel Kamau said:

“This is bad, we are sitting in a jam, but nevertheless, may our good Lord keep us safe and comfort the family members that I have witnessed and it is bad.”

@BrianNjoro68008 claimed:

“The forces of December have started very early…God protect us all.”

@KeidyKip observed:

“It looks like a green plate, so it's a new product.”

@Ratemo__kevin said:

“Then, stay safe on the road.”

P-tah Githurai advised:

“If you drive to and from work every day, say a prayer every time. It's not normal.”

2 drivers die in Bomet-Narok road accident

Other news, two boda boda drivers died on the spot after colliding with a matatu that was coming out Bomet towards Narok.

According to the police, the incident started when a motorcycle that was connecting to the highway collided with another motorcycle that was traveling towards Narok.

Following the impact, both motorcycles lost control and hit the Trans Luxury Sacco tricycle.

Source: TUKO.co.ke