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The motive force of the bus that collided with a 14-seater matatu, killing 15 individuals and leaving seven others injured at Twin Bridge space of Mau Summit in Nakuru County on Tuesday has been arrested.
Whereas confirming the arrest, the Nationwide Transport and Security Authority (NTSA) instructed the Nation that the driving force can be arraigned in Molo Court docket on Thursday.
Earlier, Kuresoi North sub-county police boss Judah Gathenge, stated the driving force of the bus belonging to Basic Kings of Congo had fled the scene instantly after the accident.
“The motive force of the bus fled after the accident and we have now launched a manhunt for him. We would like him to make clear what transpired earlier than the accident,” stated Mr Gathenge.
NTSA stated in a press release on Tuesday night that it was working with the police to trace down the driving force and guarantee that he’s delivered to justice.
“The motive force of the bus is at present at giant, and all efforts are ongoing to apprehend him. An investigation has commenced to determine the complete circumstances resulting in this crash to tell prosecution and suggestions,” stated NTSA. In accordance with company, the accident was brought on by lane indiscipline and harmful overtaking by the bus driver earlier than it collided with the Northways matatu.
Eight of the useless had been adults whereas seven had been kids aged between one and 15 years.
“Seven different passengers had been injured; together with 5 foreigners and two Kenyans. Whereas 38 escaped with minor accidents,” stated Mr Gathenge.
The Nairobi-Nakuru-Eldoret freeway, which is anticipated to be expanded, has claimed a number of lives and left many others nursing accidents. Previously three months alone, not less than 30 individuals have been killed in separate street crashes alongside the street.
Newest information from NTSA exhibits that as of January 7, 508 street accident victims had been reported, with the bulk categorised as significantly injured (234), adopted by barely injured (190), and fatalities (84).
Among the many 84 fatalities, pedestrians had been probably the most affected, adopted by motorcyclists, passengers, drivers, pillion passengers and pedal cyclists.
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