11 feared dead as Super Metro collides with lorry on Kisumu-Nairobi road
A tragic road accident was reported on the Kisumu-Nairobi road, involving a collision between a Super Metro mini-bus and a lorry at Ahero, in the early hours of Monday, January 29.
The incident has raised concerns about multiple casualties, with fears lingering that at least 11 individuals have lost their lives, and several others have sustained injuries.
The collision, which resulted in a distressing scene of wreckage and chaos, prompted the swift response of emergency teams and law enforcement. These teams quickly converged on the site to assess the situation and provide necessary assistance.
Confirming the tragic incident, Nyando Sub-County Police Commander Grace Thuo expressed the gravity of the situation.
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She stated that scores of passengers, who were injured during the early morning accident, were promptly rushed to Ahero Sub-County Hospital for urgent medical attention.
The exact circumstances leading to the collision are yet to be fully established, and investigations are underway to determine the sequence of events.
Eyewitnesses at the scene reported a chaotic aftermath, with rescue teams working tirelessly to extricate survivors from the mangled vehicles.
The identities of the victims and the extent of injuries suffered remain unknown at the time of going to press.
Authorities are working to notify the families of those affected.