At least 51 people killed and 32 injured in Kenya truck crash

Footage from the scene shows the aftermath of the crash


At least 51 people have died after a truck rammed into several other vehicles and market traders in western Kenya, police said.

The Friday evening accident occurred at a location known for vehicle crashes near the Rift Valley town of Londiani, about 200 kilometers (125 miles) northwest of the capital, Nairobi.

Officers at the scene counted 51 bodies, but more people were believed to be trapped in the wreckage, Rift Valley police commander Tom Odera told The Associated Press.

The Kenya Red Cross Society said on Saturday that 32 people were injured and hospitalised, and asked Kenyans to donate blood.

At least 32 are injured. Credit: AP

It also said heavy rainfall interrupted rescue efforts and people were still trapped in wrecked vehicles.

Transport Minister Kipchumba Murkomen visited the scene on Saturday morning and said the government would relocate markets away from the highways to prevent such future accidents.

President William Ruto tweeted a condolence message to bereaved families describing the accident as “distressing” and urging motorists to be “extra cautious.”

Witnesses shared photos of the vehicle wreckages mangled beyond recognition.

Police had said on Friday rescue operations would continue into the night.

The Kenyan Red Cross Society said they have set up stations at hospitals where people can report loved ones still missing and are providing psychological support to those affected.


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