Current Date: April 3rd, 2025

Nova Pioneer School Bus Overturns in Sabaki, Two Killed in Nakuru Crash

Nova Pioneer School Bus Overturns in Sabaki, Two Killed in Nakuru Crash

A Nova Pioneer school bus overturned on the morning of Tuesday, March 25, in the Sabaki area along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway.

The accident occurred at approximately 7:30 AM as the bus, which was ferrying children to school, was heading in the Mombasa-bound direction.

Injuries Reported, No Fatalities

All the children on board survived the accident, though some sustained injuries and were rushed to various hospitals in Athi River for medical attention.

Photos and videos from the scene show the bus overturned on its right side with a broken windshield, highlighting the severity of the crash.

Fatal Accident in Nakuru County

Meanwhile, tragedy struck in Nakuru County on Tuesday morning after two people lost their lives in a road accident at Sobea.

The fatal crash involved a 14-seater matatu, belonging to Ena Coach, which rammed into the rear of a cargo truck.

Disaster response officer Rachael Maru confirmed the incident, stating that eight passengers sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Nakuru Provincial Hospital for emergency medical care.

Emergency response teams swiftly arrived at the scene to assist the injured and clear the wreckage.

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of both accidents, urging motorists to exercise caution on the roads.

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