The number of casualties is yet to be established. Authorities have not yet confirmed how many people were injured or whether there were any fatalities.
The accident happened at Jamboni, Annex, a busy stretch along the Eldoret-Nakuru Highway. The highway is one of the busiest roads in Kenya. It connects Eldoret to Nakuru and carries heavy traffic every day, including trucks, buses, matatus, private cars, and police vehicles.
Witnesses say the police cruiser and the salon car were involved in a collision. After the impact, the police cruiser overturned. Photos and videos from the scene show the cruiser lying on its side, with damage to the vehicle. The salon car also sustained damage.
Passersby rushed to the scene to help. Some helped pull occupants from the vehicles. Others called for help. Others directed traffic to avoid another accident on the busy highway.
Police officers and emergency responders arrived at the scene. They secured the area. They helped the injured. They controlled traffic. They began investigations into what caused the accident.
As of now, the exact cause of the accident has not been established. Police have not said whether it was caused by speeding, overtaking, brake failure, or another factor. Investigations are ongoing.
The number of casualties is yet to be established. This is important. In the first hours after an accident, figures can change. Some people may be rushed to hospital. Some may be treated at the scene. Police and medical teams need time to confirm the full picture. Until an official update is given, casualty figures should not be assumed.
Residents in the area say accidents along the Eldoret-Nakuru Highway are common. They say the road is busy. They say some drivers overtake carelessly. They say some drivers speed. They say the Annex and Jamboni area needs more caution, especially during peak hours.
Road safety experts have repeatedly warned drivers on the Eldoret-Nakuru Highway to slow down, keep a safe distance, avoid overlapping, and obey traffic rules. They say many accidents on the highway could be avoided if drivers were more patient.
Police are urging drivers using the Eldoret-Nakuru Highway to be careful, especially around Annex and Jamboni. They are asking motorists to slow down near the accident scene, follow directions from officers on the ground, and avoid crowding the area so emergency teams can work.
For families travelling on the highway, the accident is a reminder to wear seatbelts, avoid speeding, and ensure vehicles are in good condition before a long journey.
For now, the focus is on the injured and on establishing what happened. Police are expected to give an update once the number of casualties is confirmed and investigations progress.
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