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Several people are feared dead following a serious road accident in Riverland, Meru, after a lorry reportedly lost control and struck vehicles, pedestrians and boda boda riders on Thursday evening. The number of casualties had not been confirmed by Friday morning as emergency teams continued responding to the incident.
Meru County Commissioner George Omollo confirmed the crash, saying authorities were yet to establish the full extent of the casualties. Preliminary reports indicated that brake failure may have caused the lorry to veer off the road and hit people and vehicles in the busy area.
Wreckage Scattered Across Accident Scene
Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with several private cars badly damaged and nearby businesses reportedly affected. Images from the scene showed wrecked vehicles and broken glass scattered across the road as rescue efforts continued into the night.
Some of the injured victims were taken to Meru Level 5 Hospital for treatment. However, the number of patients admitted and the severity of their injuries had not been officially established.
Governor Mutuma Sends Condolences
Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma expressed sorrow over the accident and sent condolences to families who may have lost loved ones. He also wished those injured a quick recovery as emergency responders worked to assist victims.
The governor said teams from the county’s Department of Special Programmes had been deployed to support rescue operations and provide emergency assistance. He appealed to residents to remain calm and avoid obstructing responders as authorities worked to establish verified details.
Fresh Concerns Over Road Safety
The crash comes amid a series of serious road accidents reported in different parts of Kenya. On Wednesday, October 7, two people reportedly died after a lorry carrying hawkers plunged into River Kuja along the Masara-Sori road in Migori County.
Several other victims were injured in the Migori crash and taken to St Joseph Mission Hospital for treatment. The incident followed another deadly collision involving a matatu and a lorry along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway, in which 17 people were reported killed.
The latest incidents have renewed concerns about road safety, vehicle maintenance and the dangers posed when heavy vehicles lose control. Investigations and official casualty updates are needed to establish the full circumstances surrounding the Meru crash.
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