Police in Rubirizi District have launched investigations into a serious road accident that occurred on Monday at the Rubirizi junction along the Ishaka–Kasese road.
The crash, which happened at around 4:30pm, involved a Toyota Harrier registration number UA 219AX and a Bajaj Boxer motorcycle registration number UFP 198P.
Police responded promptly to the scene and managed it in line with standard procedures.
According to SP Tayebwa Apollo, the Regional Police PRO for Greater Bushenyi, four adults that include three men and one woman, sustained injuries and were rushed to Rugazi Health Centre IV and Rubirizi Medical Centre, where they are currently receiving treatment.
“Preliminary findings point to careless overtaking as the suspected cause of the accident. The driver of the Toyota Harrier is reported to have fled the scene, and efforts to trace and apprehend him are underway”. He said.
He revealed that both the motor vehicle and the motorcycle have been towed and are being held at Rubirizi Central Police station as inquiries continue.
He appealed to members of the public to volunteer any information that may lead to the arrest of the driver and reminded all road users to strictly observe traffic rules and regulations to prevent such incidents.
