A tragic road accident in Nyaruzigati Village, Kahokya, Lake Katwe Sub-county, Kasese District, has claimed two lives and left several others injured, police have confirmed.
The fatal crash occurred on Thursday morning and involved a white Isuzu Forward truck, registration number UA 614AG, and an unidentified motorcycle carrying multiple passengers.
According to preliminary investigations by the police, the truck was reportedly speeding and failed to negotiate a corner, resulting in a head-on collision with the motorcycle.
The deceased have been identified as:
- Biira Catherine, 7 years old
- Jeyles, 32 years old
Five others sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment at Kagando Hospital in Bwera. They include:
- Willy Geoffrey, 35, the truck driver, resident of Kidodo Cell
- Kamala Richard, 20, passenger, resident of Kidodo
- Mbusa Matayo, 32, resident of Kirembe
- Bwambale Godwin, 26, passenger, resident of Kaberere Village
- Kule Alfred, 21, resident of Kirembe
Both the truck and the motorcycle have been towed to Kikorongo Police Station for further inspection. The Territorial Police in Katwe Kabatoro Division has launched a full investigation into the cause of the crash.
Rwenzori East Region Police Spokesperson Kasese Nelson Tumushime urged motorists to strictly observe speed limits and exercise extra caution, especially on winding and narrow roads.
