A distressing incident unfolded today on Entebbe Road involving a cement mixer truck and a small car, sending shockwaves through the community.
The collision, captured in a circulating video on social media, depicts the truck failing to stop at traffic lights, resulting in a catastrophic outcome as it toppled onto the car below.
Tragically, one of the passengers in the small car lost their life in the collision, while the truck driver sustained injuries. The aftermath of the accident has brought traffic officers to Nkumba University traffic lights along the Entebbe – Kampala expressway, where they guide motorists through the disrupted flow caused by the wreckage.
Eyewitnesses recall the horrifying sight of the truck crashing into the barriers before falling onto the Mitsubishi RVR, with one occupant inside who is now presumed dead.
Despite efforts, the victim’s body remains trapped within the mangled wreckage, a somber reminder of the fragility of life amidst unforeseen tragedy.
Following the accident, the driver of the cement truck sought medical treatment at a nearby facility, while authorities have yet to remove the deceased passenger from the car.
The police investigation into the incident is ongoing, with no charges currently laid against the truck driver in relation to the collision.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of this devastating accident, thoughts turn to the families and loved ones affected by the loss.
With the road of uncertainty ahead, may this serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for vigilance behind the wheel.
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