A somber mood has engulfed the Elementaita community following a fatal accident involving a St. Mary’s Hospital ambulance that reportedly claimed several lives.

According to reports, the incident occurred near Kimende, bringing to an abrupt end a medical journey that turned tragic.

The ill-fated ambulance was ferrying a patient to St. Mary’s Hospital Elementaita when it crashed, killing all the occupants on board.

Six Lives Lost in Kimende Ambulance Crash

The victims included the patient, two accompanying relatives, the patient’s husband, a nurse, and the ambulance driver.

The loss of six lives in one incident has left the local community reeling in shock and mourning.

Community Plunged Into Mourning After Tragedy

Families are now grappling with the double tragedy of not only losing their loved one who was receiving medical care but also the relatives and medical personnel who had accompanied them.

This accident highlights the devastating consequences of road crashes on emergency response efforts.

As investigations into the cause of the accident proceed, the tragedy serves as a painful reminder of the fragility of life and the heavy toll such incidents continue to exact on families and communities.

NTSA Statistics

The latest reports by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) reveal that 3,397 Kenyans have died in road accidents since January 1, 2025.

This figure is 28 more than the number recorded during the same period in 2024. In addition, 17,270 people have been affected, representing 291 more than last year.

Pedestrians account for 1,285 deaths, followed by 858 motorcyclists, 568 passengers, and 309 drivers.

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