Police in Kasese District are investigating a fatal road accident that claimed two lives on Thursday afternoon, August 14, 2025, in Muhokya Town along the Kasese–Mbarara Road.
The crash, reported at around 12:40 pm, occurred when a white Toyota Hiace, registration number UBS 891C, collided head-on with a white Mitsubishi Pajero, registration number UAV 674Q, which was reportedly attempting to overtake another vehicle.
The impact killed Mbusa David and Maate Mathias on the spot, while several other passengers sustained serious injuries.
The injured were rushed to various hospitals in Kasese Municipality for urgent medical treatment.
Rwenzori East regional police spokesperson, SP Nelson Tumushime, confirmed the incident and reiterated the importance of observing road safety rules.
“We continue to urge all motorists to avoid speeding, reckless driving, and failure to exercise caution, key factors behind many of these tragic accidents,” Tumushime said.
The scene has since been cleared, and both vehicles towed to Kasese Central Police Station as investigations continue.
