Tragedy struck Makueni County on Saturday after two separate incidents left families in grief and anxiety. In the first case, three people were seriously injured in a road accident along the Tawa–Ngoluni Road, while in the second, a 29-year-old woman succumbed to severe burn injuries at Kenyatta National Hospital.
According to police reports, the morning accident occurred at Kavemba area in Mbooni Subcounty when a private vehicle overturned. The three victims, who sustained serious injuries, were quickly rushed to Tawa Level 4 Hospital where they are currently receiving treatment. Authorities said investigations are ongoing to establish the cause of the accident, although preliminary reports suggest the driver may have lost control of the vehicle.
Residents have raised concerns about the safety of the busy Tawa–Ngoluni Road, which has witnessed several accidents in recent months. Local leaders have urged motorists to exercise caution and called on relevant authorities to consider additional road safety measures to prevent further tragedies.
In a separate incident, Nzaui Subcounty was thrown into mourning after a young woman who had sustained severe burns passed away on Saturday. The 29-year-old, whose identity was withheld for privacy reasons, had been rushed to Kenyatta National Hospital after suffering burns estimated to cover 70 per cent of her body. Despite doctors’ efforts, she succumbed to her injuries.
Confirming the incident, Nzaui Subcounty Police Commander Agnes Kunga described the death as deeply unfortunate. Police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding how the woman sustained the injuries.
The two incidents highlight growing concerns about public safety in Makueni. While the victims of the accident continue to fight for their lives in hospital, the family of the young woman is grappling with the pain of an untimely loss.
Authorities have appealed to the public to prioritize safety, both on the road and in homes, to avert similar tragedies.
