Four people perished on Thursday and 21 others injured in a tragic road accident at Riverland area of Meru Town in North Imenti after a lorry lost brakes and rammed into three cars, pedestrians and traders.
Meru County Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia who visited the injured at the hospital said 16 of the 21 injured had been treated and discharged.
The accident occurred on Thursday evening, prompting an emergency response from county health officials, fire and rescue services and the Department of Special Programmes.
"I ask the Meru County traffic commander and the municipal manager to authorize rerouting of all heavy lorries to be using Bypasses to ease congestion and stop exposing residents to such danger," Mutuma said.
Deputy Governor Linda Kiome also expressed sorrow over the incident, conveying condolences to the bereaved families and wishing the injured a full recovery.
The county government commended emergency teams for their response and pledged continued medical care for those still receiving treatment.
Meru Level 5 Hospital CEO Bernard Murithi said the four died on the spot, 16 others have been treated and discharged while two are slated for surgery but in stable condition.
Meru County Health Executive Dr Dennis Mugambi said the injured sustained varying degrees of injuries, with some requiring surgical intervention, while others were treated and discharged.
Governor Mutuma expressed condolences to the families who lost their loved ones and wished those injured a speedy recovery.
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