“Kiambu Pastor and Wife Killed, 52 Injured in Horrific Accident”

A tragic accident occurred on Waiyaki Way at Eka Tano area in Kiambu County, Kenya, resulting in two deaths and multiple injuries. The accident involved a saloon car and a trailer from Nakuru on the Nairobi-Nakuru highway. The saloon car was turning onto the main highway when it was hit by the trailer, leading to a pile-up of 20 vehicles.

According to the Kikuyu Sub County Police Commander (SCPC), Ronald Kirui, a total of 52 road users sustained injuries in the accident. Among the injured were 31 students from Twee Light Secondary School in Kayole who were returning from a field trip in Naivasha. The injured individuals were taken to hospitals in Kikuyu and Nairobi for treatment.

Reverend Moses Kirimi of PCEA Thamanda church and his wife were identified as the casualties in the accident. Four other individuals were admitted in critical condition, while the rest received treatment at various hospitals in the area.

The police have launched an investigation into the accident, and if the drivers are found to be negligent, they will be held accountable. The SCPC highlighted the issue of driver discipline and emphasized the need for severe action against those responsible for causing the accident.

In other news, the government has lifted the suspension on Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) using the Nairobi Expressway. Matatus operators have undergone safety awareness and regulations training to ensure the effective use of the tolled highway. The move is expected to stimulate the country’s economy, create more jobs, and improve mobility across the city.

It is a heartbreaking incident that highlights the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution and discipline. The government’s decision to lift the suspension on PSVs using the Nairobi Expressway is a positive step towards improving transportation infrastructure and enhancing economic growth..