In a tragic incident that occurred in Mamboleo-Kisumu, an Easy Coach bus was involved in an accident, resulting in the loss of one life and multiple injuries. Easy Coach Limited, in a recent update, expressed their deep sadness and confirmed the fatal accident involving their Mbale-Nairobi bus. The accident took place on April 1, 2024, at around 10 pm. A student from Chavakali Boys High School lost their life, while 33 others sustained injuries.
The injured were sent to Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kisumu right away after the accident to receive emergency care. On Monday night, something happened on the Kisumu-Kakamega Highway. The motorist lost control at the Mamboleo roundabout near Kisumu, according to witnesses. The bus was carrying pupils to Nairobi following the first-term school closure.
Easy Coach expressed their heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased student. They also extended their wishes for a steady recovery to the injured students who were admitted to the hospital. The statement further mentioned that three additional passengers were admitted to the hospital but are currently in stable condition. Easy Coach hopes for their full and speedy recovery. Other passengers who received medical attention have already been discharged. As part of the investigation into the accident, the authorities are searching for the driver of the bus for questioning.