Over 45 people are feared dead in an accident that happened at Londiani junction, Kericho County.
Preliminary reports indicated that a truck lost control at the junction, running over several people including pedestrians and businesspeople by the roadside. The truck also ran over businesses and vehicles that were parked by the roadside.
The accident which happened along the Nakuru-Kericho highway was confirmed by Londiani OCPD Agnes Kunga, who says that the rescue operation is still ongoing.
“Rescue operation is underway; a number of people are trapped in the wreckages. We are working hard to remove them despite the rains,” she said.
Over 60 injured people have been rushed to Londiani, Kericho and Nakuru hospitals amid a heavy downpour.
“We wish those injured a speedy recovery as we try to rescue those trapped in the vehicles. It is a bad crash,” she added.
In a statement, Kericho Governor Eric Mutai said the county had mobilized ambulances and put all health facilities on standby.
“My heart is crushed.It is dark moment for the people of Kericho.My heart goes out to the families who have just lost their loved ones in a worst Road Carnage at Londiani Junction.We have mobilised our Ambulances and get all our health facilities on standby.May God give us grace and strenght on this difficult time,” Mutai stated.
Witnesses say that the truck driver was trying to avoid hitting a bus that was packed on the road.
