KAKIRI – A serious road accident occurred in the early hours of this morning at Sky Pipes, between Nakyerongoosa and Kikandwa along the Kampala-Hoima highway.
According to eyewitness Mr. Kamoga Shafik, a Fuso truck belonging to Skies Cargo Company, registration number UA415AY, failed to climb the steep road and rolled back, knocking a lorry that was carrying timber. The accident happened at around 1:36 AM on 17th November.
More than three people sustained injuries and were rushed to a nearby health facility in Kakiri, commonly known as Jingo’s Hospital, for emergency treatment.
The Patrol and Traffic Police from Kakiri Police Station responded swiftly and worked hard to save lives and clear the scene.
Moments later, another unknown Fuso truck came speeding and knocked the turn-boy of the Skies Cargo truck, UA415AY. The driver of the second Fuso attempted to flee the scene, but police intervened promptly and arrested the occupants of the truck.
Traffic flow along the highway was temporarily disrupted as police managed the situation.
Police have urged all drivers to exercise caution and drive safely, especially at night.
Stay safe and drive safely.