A public service vehicle (PSV) bus collided with a private car on Thika Road near the GSU Headquarters, injuring several passengers.
According to eyewitnesses, the accident occurred as both vehicles traveled toward Thika, with the bus reportedly losing control in a bid to avoid hitting a pedestrian.
The collision led the bus to overturn, blocking lanes and leading to a significant traffic backup as responders and bystanders arrived at the scene.
Passengers with injuries were assisted out of the overturned bus by Good Samaritans and were later transported to nearby hospitals.
The accident disrupted traffic flow along the busy Thika Superhighway, causing frustration among motorists and passengers on the road.
Emergency services arrived shortly after, working alongside the police to manage the growing crowd that gathered, and to clear the blocked lanes.
Authorities encouraged drivers to take alternative routes as the situation was resolved, with some commuters experiencing significant delays due to the crash.
The section of Thika Road near GSU Headquarters has a history of accidents, particularly involving PSV vehicles.
Observers have noted that speeding and sudden maneuvers often lead to such incidents. This collision underscores the ongoing challenges of road safety on Kenyan highways, where high traffic volumes and occasional violations of speed limits contribute to frequent accidents.
