The accident occurred at Jamboni in the Annex area, where the police Land Cruiser reportedly veered off the road before coming to rest beside the highway.
Images and videos circulating online showed the patrol vehicle lying on its side, with its position suggesting it may have rolled several times during the crash.
The saloon car involved in the collision also suffered significant damage, particularly to its front section.
Witnesses at the scene described a chaotic rescue operation, with members of the public gathering around the wreckage and attempting to help occupants who were reportedly trapped inside the damaged vehicles.
Preliminary reports indicated that some police officers travelling in the Land Cruiser sustained injuries. However, details regarding the number of casualties and the severity of their injuries had not been established by the time of publication.
A recovery vehicle was subsequently brought to the scene to tow away the wreckage as efforts to restore normal traffic flow continued.
The circumstances surrounding the collision remained unclear, with authorities yet to issue an official statement explaining what caused the accident.
Residents familiar with the Jamboni-Annex section have raised concerns about the condition of the road, pointing to extensive potholes that make driving and manoeuvring difficult.
The latest incident adds to growing concerns over road safety along the busy Eldoret-Nakuru Highway, which has witnessed several serious crashes in areas including Ngata, Salgaa, Timboroa and Twin Bridge.
Earlier on Wednesday, at least five people lost their lives while eight others sustained injuries after a matatu collided with a trailer at Salgaa.
The accidents come amid renewed road safety campaigns by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), targeting November and December when increased travel is expected as Kenyans prepare for the festive season.
NTSA statistics showed that 2,150 people died in road accidents during the first six months of 2026, representing an 11 per cent increase compared to the corresponding period in 2025.
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