Two people have died and six others sustained serious injuries after a Dreamline bus crashed into the rear of a stationary trailer along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway in Kwale County.
Highlights
- Two passengers died following the early-morning crash.
- Six others suffered serious injuries and were taken to hospital.
- The accident occurred near Taru and Mackinnon Road.
- The bus reportedly hit a stationary trailer that had no visible warning signs.
- Speeding and following too closely were cited by eyewitnesses as possible contributing factors.
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Two Die in Highway Crash
A Dreamline bus has been involved in a deadly accident along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway, leaving two passengers dead and six others seriously injured.
The crash occurred near Taru and Mackinnon Road in Kwale County after the bus collided with the rear of a stationary trailer.
One of the victims reportedly remained trapped inside the wreckage and was bleeding heavily before eventually succumbing to the injuries.
Six Passengers Sustain Serious Injuries
Six other passengers were left with severe injuries and were rushed to hospital for emergency treatment.
The injuries reportedly included serious head trauma and limb injuries, highlighting the force of the collision.
Eyewitnesses said the trailer had broken down on the busy highway without adequate warning signs, creating a dangerous obstruction for approaching motorists.
Questions Over Road Safety
Witnesses also alleged that the bus was travelling at high speed and following another vehicle closely before the crash.
According to the accounts, another vehicle managed to swerve past the stationary trailer, but the bus driver reportedly had insufficient time to avoid the collision.
The incident has renewed concerns over road safety on the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway, where heavy traffic, speeding and poorly marked breakdowns can create dangerous conditions for motorists.
Authorities have urged drivers using the highway to remain alert, maintain safe following distances and adjust their speed according to road conditions.
The crash also highlights the heightened risks faced by passengers seated at the front of vehicles during high-speed collisions.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident are expected to establish the events leading up to the fatal crash.
On a busy highway where seconds can make the difference, caution, visibility and patience remain essential for every road user.
