Tragedy struck early Tuesday morning in Sobea, Nakuru County, when two people lost their lives in a fatal accident involving a matatu and a cargo truck.
The incident occurred when the Ena Coach matatu collided with the rear of a truck while both vehicles were traveling towards Nakuru from Salgaa.
The crash left eight others with serious injuries. They were immediately transported to Nakuru Provincial Hospital for urgent medical care.
Rachael Maru, a disaster response officer who arrived at the scene, confirmed the details of the accident and the devastating outcome.
The bodies of the two deceased victims were later taken to the morgue for identification and further procedures.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers on the roads and the need for vigilance and safety measures, especially on busy highways.
As investigations proceed, local residents and travelers alike are urged to exercise caution while on the road to prevent such accidents in the future.
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