At least six people, believed to be tourists, have been confirmed dead following a tragic road accident along the Ol Jororok–Nakuru road in Nyandarua County on Monday afternoon, June 9.
The fatal crash occurred in the Gichaka area when a vehicle transporting tourists lost control, rolling multiple times before landing in a ditch.
Among the six casualties were four men, one woman, and a child.
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Twenty-seven other passengers sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Nyahururu Hospital, where they remain in critical condition.
Nyandarua County Commissioner Abdlisack Jardesa confirmed the incident, stating that the victims were on their way to a hotel in Nyahururu for a brief stopover before proceeding to their final destination.
“We have confirmed that six people have died in the accident.
However, we are still working to establish their nationalities. The injured survivors are receiving treatment at Nyahururu Hospital, and we will provide updates as more details come in,” Jardesa said.
Eyewitnesses reported that the bus was moving smoothly until it suddenly lost control shortly after rainfall began.
One witness recounted that the vehicle rolled several times before crashing into a tree, which ultimately brought it to a stop.
Investigations into the crash are ongoing, with authorities pointing to adverse weather conditions and possible human error as likely contributing factors.
This marks the second fatal road accident reported on Monday. Earlier, a Metrotrans matatu lost control and veered off the road along Kiambu Road, another area notorious for traffic incidents.
The Kiambu Road section from the DCI headquarters to Karura Forest has become a known accident blackspot due to its steep slopes and winding curves.
Motorists are continually advised to exercise extra caution when using such routes, especially during rainy conditions.
As investigations continue, families of the victims and the public await further updates on the identities and nationalities of those affected in the tragic Nyandarua crash.
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