Two police officers tragically lost their lives on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 3, 2025, following a devastating road accident in the Matisi area along the busy Webuye–Bungoma highway.
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How the Accident Happened
According to an official police report, the officers were traveling in a police Ford Ranger en route from Webuye toward Bungoma when their vehicle collided head-on with an oncoming trailer around 1:45 PM. The incident was reported to Webuye Police Station at 2:00 PM.
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The impact of the crash was catastrophic, causing the police vehicle to crumple and leading to the instant death of both officers onboard.
Identities of the Deceased Officers
The officers who died in the crash have been identified as Police Constable Sammy Ngeno, who was behind the wheel, and Sergeant Samuel Yego.
“Due to the impact, our officers sustained multiple body injuries and died on the spot, but their two rifles are safe. Scene visited, sketched, and the bodies moved to Webuye Sub County Hospital mortuary awaiting autopsy,” read part of the police statement.
File image of the ill-fated police Ford Ranger after the Webuye–Bungoma highway collision.
Recent Road Accident Trends
This tragedy comes barely a month after another major road crash in Nyeri County, where 22 passengers were injured after a popular PSV dubbed “Uppercut” overturned in Dedan Kimathi Ward.
The Kenya Red Cross, which responded to that incident, urged drivers to exercise extra caution, especially during the rainy season when roads are slippery and visibility is reduced.
Road Safety Appeal
As Kenya continues to grapple with a surge in fatal road accidents, this latest incident highlights the need for stricter traffic enforcement and enhanced driver awareness.
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