A tragic incident occurred today in Bungoma involving a Kibabii University student who was fatally struck by a truck around 4 PM. The student was reportedly hit while crossing a road near the university.
Following this devastating accident, Kibabii University students took to the streets in protest, blocking the road and demanding justice for their fallen comrade.
The protest quickly escalated, leading to the destruction of several trucks in retaliation for the student’s death.
Tensions are running high as local authorities, including the police, attempt to restore calm and prevent further violence.
Students are expressing frustration over the safety of pedestrians in the area, pointing to poor road safety measures as a factor in the tragedy.
This is not the first time Kibabii University students have protested after a road accident involving one of their own.
Such incidents have previously sparked widespread unrest in Bungoma, with students demanding better protection from reckless drivers.
