A somber cloud hangs over Kisumu following a devastating bus crash Friday afternoon that claimed at least 21 lives. The bus, belonging to AIC Naki High School, overturned at the Coptic Roundabout on the busy Kisumu-Kakamega Road.
Tragic Journey Home:
The victims were primarily mourners returning from a funeral on Friday, August 8th. The bus was ferrying them back when the tragedy struck at the Mamboleo Coptic Roundabout. Nyanza Regional Traffic Commander Peter Maina confirmed the grim details of the incident to the press.
Chaos at the Scene:
Eyewitnesses described a scene of utter chaos and devastation. Upon impact, passengers were violently thrown from the vehicle. Images obtained by Untold.co.ke depict the horrific aftermath: the mangled wreckage of the school bus lying crumpled off the highway, surrounded by distraught locals who had rushed to the scene.
Cause Under Investigation:
While the exact cause of the accident remains unclear pending a full investigation, preliminary reports strongly indicate that the driver lost control of the bus. This loss of control caused the vehicle to veer off the highway before tragically overturning.
Commander Maina stated that emergency services responded swiftly, but the severity of the crash resulted in the high number of feared fatalities. Rescue and recovery operations were ongoing at the scene.
Community in Mourning:
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, particularly impacting AIC Naki High School and the families of the mourners involved. The bus, clearly marked with the school’s name, serves as a stark symbol of the sudden loss.
Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward as they piece together the final moments leading to the crash. Updates on the investigation and the official casualty figures are expected as more information becomes available. The nation mourns this profound loss of life on Kenyan roads.
