Kisoro, Uganda – Eighteen people were injured in a serious road accident involving a Gateway bus services Scania, reg. UBK804Y, on the Kisoro-Kabale road in Kisoro district today.
The accident occurred at approximately 10:30 a.m. at the Chanakye red corner in Kanaba sub-county.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the driver, Owoyesigire Julius (40), lost control of the bus, which was carrying 60 passengers, while negotiating a turn.
Police reports indicate that the bus, traveling from Kabale towards Kisoro, oversteered and overturned on the corner, resulting in injuries. The cause of the accident is being attributed to brake failure and excessive speed.
Among the injured, 15 sustained minor injuries, while three passengers suffered serious injuries. The injured were transported to various clinics and hospitals in the area. The overturned bus was towed and parked at Kisoro Central Police Station for further investigation. Police are continuing their inquiries.
A police team led by ASP Kushaba Micheal responded to the scene and documented the incident with a sketch plan.
ASP Maate Elly, Kigezi Police Spokesperson, confirmed the details of the accident and highlighted the driver’s alleged negligence as a contributing factor.
The identities of the injured passengers range from children to adults. Specific details on their conditions and hospitalizations were not released.
The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected as the inquiry progresses.
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