Three people lost their lives after an ambulance they were traveling in was involved in a road accident.
The ambulance was reportedly speeding when it veered off the road and rolled several times before stopping by the roadside.
The incident occured on Sunday July 9, 2023 at Bubissa Area along the Marsabit-Moyale Highway in Marsabit County, Kenya.
The ambulance was traveling from Marsabit to Isiolo for emergency medical services.
Confirming the accident, Turbi Sub-county Police Commander Issack Ahmed noted that the driver lost control of the van.
Ahmed also confirmed that the driver was injured in the accident and later rescued by other motorists who were plying the same route.
The deceased were immediately taken to the mortuary where their bodies were placed under preservation while the injured were transported to the hospital for medication.
The Sub-county police commander noted that investigations into the matter were launched.
Ahmed noted that the accident highlighted the need for safety on the road, stating that road accidents are a major cause of death in Kenya, often caused by speeding.
