A tragic road accident occurred today at approximately 5:00 PM in Makindu Village, along the Kisoga–Nyenga Road in Buikwe District.
The crash involved a Scania motor vehicle, registration number UAV 701C, belonging to YY Company. The vehicle, which was traveling from Katosi to Jinja, lost control as it approached Makindu Village.
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The vehicle overturned and caught fire, leading to the death of several people whose identities are yet to be confirmed.
Multiple passengers sustained injuries and were swiftly transported to Kawolo Hospital, St. Francis Lwanga Hospital in Buikwe, and other nearby health facilities, where they are currently receiving medical care.
Superintendent of Police (SP) Kananura Michael, the Community Liaison Officer at the Directorate of Traffic & Road Safety, confirmed the incident and assured the public that police and emergency services are on-site, working to extinguish the fire and recover the bodies of those who perished.
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“We are doing everything we can to manage the situation and assist the victims,” Kananura stated.
Authorities continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.